salsa chicken

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Nakhon Si Thammarat
Updated on Jan 10, 2025

I found this recipe on the internet in 2015, just got around to making 10 years later, and it is delicious! Very easy to put together. The result is flavorful, tender, and juicy chicken that easily cuts with a fork.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix
  • 1 jar salsa, (16 oz / 454 g)
  • 1-2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • sour cream, optional, for topping

How To Make salsa chicken

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 180° C (350° F). Get out a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Step 2
    Pour ½ cup of salsa in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish and spread around to coat the bottom.
  • Step 3
    Place the taco seasoning on a plate and coat chicken breasts on all sides. Place the chicken in the baking pan on top of the salsa in an even layer. Pour remaining salsa over the top of the chicken. Photo was before adding the remaining salsa.
  • Step 4
    Bake for 30 minutes or until tender and juices run clear. Remove from the oven.
  • Step 5
    Sprinkle cheese over the top of the chicken.
  • Step 6
    Return baking dish to the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Step 7
    Top servings with sour cream if desired, serve with sides of your choice, enjoy.

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Category: Chicken
Culture: Mexican
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Bake

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