Easy Picante Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and fuss-free Easy Picante Chicken recipe! Juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts are smothered in zesty picante sauce and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese for a vibrant, Tex-Mex inspired dish that’s satisfying and simple to prepare. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of ingredients, this one-skillet recipe is perfect for busy nights. Customizable heat levels allow you to choose between mild, medium, or spicy picante sauce to suit your taste, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a bright finishing touch. Serve this irresistible baked chicken with rice, tortilla chips, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that’s full of bold flavors in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups picante sauce (mild, medium, or spicy, based on preference)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
In a large oven-safe skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Step 5
Pour the picante sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the skillet.
Step 6
Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the oven, uncover, and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken.
Step 8
Return the skillet to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1188.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1841.5 |
| Total Fat 75.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 712.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3922.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.0g | |
| Protein 244.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 949.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2698.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories