The Easiest Mexican Chicken Ever
Say hello to "The Easiest Mexican Chicken Ever," a quick and flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Made with just a handful of pantry essentials like tender chicken breasts, zesty salsa, taco seasoning, black beans, and sweet corn, this one-pan wonder comes together in under 30 minutes. Topped with melted cheddar or Mexican blend cheese and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, this versatile dish can be served over fluffy rice, tucked into warm tortillas, or added to a fresh salad for a hearty Mexican-inspired meal. With minimal prep and effortless cleanup, this baked chicken recipe is bound to become your go-to for satisfying and crowd-pleasing meals. Keywords: easy Mexican chicken recipe, one-pan chicken dinner, quick weeknight dinner, baked chicken with salsa.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups salsa (mild, medium, or hot, based on preference)
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 can canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large oven-safe baking dish, lay the chicken breasts in a single layer.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Pour the salsa over the chicken, making sure each piece is well-covered.
Scatter the black beans and frozen corn over the top of the chicken and salsa.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chicken.
Place the baking dish back in the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm over rice, inside tortillas, or as part of a salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.9 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.6 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 712 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 5211 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.4 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 273.1 g | 546% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 4478 mg | 95% | |
*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.
