Salsa Chicken Bake
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful Salsa Chicken Bake—a quick and easy one-dish recipe that's as satisfying as it is delicious. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are blanketed in zesty salsa, baked to perfection, and topped with melted cheddar cheese for a comforting, cheesy finish. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of staple ingredients like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, this dish delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with rice, tortillas, or steamed veggies and can be garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness. Whether you're looking for a gluten-free dinner option or a crowd-pleasing meal, this Salsa Chicken Bake is the ultimate go-to recipe for a quick, wholesome, and irresistibly tasty dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken.
Pour the salsa evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken, and return the dish to the oven.
Bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve warm alongside rice, tortillas, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1393 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 812 mg | 17% | |
*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.
