Low Carb Mexi Baked Chicken
Loaded with bold Tex-Mex flavors and low-carb goodness, this Low Carb Mexi Baked Chicken recipe is a simple, mouthwatering dinner solution that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts are seasoned with spicy taco seasoning, garlic, and chili powder, then topped with zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, creamy sour cream, and a generous layer of melted Mexican blend cheese. Finished with a bright garnish of fresh cilantro and optional lime wedges, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort—all while being keto-friendly. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (low-carb if store-bought)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
Step 3
Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels and place them in the baking dish.
Step 4
Rub both sides of the chicken breasts with taco seasoning, garlic powder, and chili powder, ensuring the spices coat the chicken evenly.
Step 5
Spread the diced tomatoes with green chilies evenly over the top of the chicken breasts.
Step 6
Bake the chicken uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 7
Carefully remove the chicken from the oven and evenly spread sour cream on top of each chicken breast.
Step 8
Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese over the sour cream layer.
Step 9
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 10
Garnish the baked chicken with freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 11
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for an optional burst of tanginess.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1579.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2308.3 |
| Total Fat 118.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 806.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2777.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.6g | |
| Protein 252.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1319.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2534.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories