Baked Salsa Chicken
This baked salsa chicken is a simple oven-baked dinner made with chicken breasts, salsa, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa
- ½ cup mexican blend cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in the dish and spoon the salsa evenly over the top, fully covering the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the chicken.
- Return to the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use evenly sized chicken breasts: Similar thickness helps the chicken cook evenly and stay juicy.
- No need to sear first: Baking the chicken directly in salsa keeps prep minimal and prevents dryness.
- Choose a thicker salsa: Chunky salsa clings better to the chicken and adds more texture.
- Avoid over baking: Remove the chicken as soon as it reaches 165°F to keep it tender.
- Add cheese at the end: Sprinkling the cheese on during the final minutes prevents it from overcooking.
- Let it rest before slicing: A short rest helps the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.
- Serving suggestions: Serve with Chopped Mexican Salad or pair with Guacamole Bites for a flexible, family-friendly meal.
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