High Protein Salsa Verde Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Salsa Verde Chicken recipe—perfectly seasoned, seared, and baked to tender perfection. Packed with protein and zesty flavor, this dish features succulent chicken breasts simmered in a vibrant salsa verde paired with aromatic garlic and onion powder. The addition of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime brings a bright, refreshing finish to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is ideal for meal prep or a family-friendly entree. Serve with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or rice for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups salsa verde
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 wedges lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
Remove the skillet from heat and add the salsa verde and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the chicken before serving.
Serve each chicken breast with a lime wedge for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1133 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 703 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
