Salsa Chedder Chicken
Turn up the flavor with Salsa Cheddar Chicken, a quick and easy one-skillet recipe that brings bold Tex-Mex vibes to your dinner table! Juicy, seared chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky blend of cumin, chili powder, and black pepper before being smothered in zesty salsa and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, adding vibrant freshness to each savory bite. Perfect for weeknight meals, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, warm tortillas, or a crisp side salad for a satisfying, family-friendly dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 cups salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the salsa. Stir to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the salsa. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve the Salsa Cheddar Chicken with lime wedges on the side for extra tang. Pair with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2005 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.6 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.6 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 713 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 3812 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 250.2 g | 500% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1026 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2855 mg | 61% | |
*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.
