Chicken Salsa Verde Bake
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly flavorful Chicken Salsa Verde Bake! This one-pan wonder combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with vibrant salsa verde, a rich blend of garlic, cumin, and melted Mexican cheese for a satisfying, zesty meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a perfect fusion of simplicity and bold flavors. Topped with fresh cilantro and served alongside lime wedges, it’s fabulous on its own or over a bed of fluffy rice for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for busy nights, this easy salsa verde chicken bake is guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Salsa verde
- 1.5 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 pieces Lime wedges
- 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Step 4
Pour the salsa verde over the seared chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 5
Sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese over the top of the chicken and salsa.
Step 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Step 9
Optionally, serve over cooked rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1817.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2782.8 |
| Total Fat 111.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 771.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6030.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 159.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.1g | |
| Protein 274.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 43.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1451.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3125.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories