Green Salsa Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this zesty Green Salsa Chicken recipe, a flavorful dish that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a vibrant salsa verde sauce infused with minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and a sprinkling of cilantro. This one-pan recipe is packed with bold, tangy flavors and an optional spicy kick from sliced jalapeños, making it a versatile favorite for taco night or paired with rice and tortillas. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 30-minute cook time, this gluten-free and crowd-pleasing dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a quick yet delicious Mexican-inspired meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Green salsa (salsa verde)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 jalapeño Optional: sliced jalapeños
- 0 Cooked rice or tortillas (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour the green salsa (salsa verde) into the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic.
Step 6
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the green salsa over the top of each piece.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and allow the chicken to simmer in the salsa for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
Add fresh lime juice to the skillet and stir gently to distribute the flavor.
Step 9
Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the chicken and, if desired, garnish with sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
Step 10
Serve hot over cooked rice, alongside tortillas, or as a filling for tacos or burritos. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1334.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1622.3 |
| Total Fat 41.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4978.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 72.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.6g | |
| Protein 223.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 188.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2698.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories