Low Carb Salsa Verde Chicken
Take your weeknight dinners to the next level with this irresistible Low Carb Salsa Verde Chicken! Featuring tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, this dish is smothered in tangy salsa verde, creamy cubes of cream cheese, and melted cheddar for a rich, flavor-packed sauce. Quick to prepare and baked to bubbly perfection in under 35 minutes, this one-pan recipe is not only keto-friendly but also bursting with bold Southwestern flavors. Garnished with fresh avocado slices and chopped cilantro, it’s a low-carb masterpiece that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for busy families or meal-prep enthusiasts, this easy recipe will become your go-to for satisfying, wholesome dinners.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 piece avocado
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Rub olive oil over the chicken breasts and then coat them evenly with the spice mixture.
Step 4
Heat an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear on each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5
While the chicken is searing, cut the cream cheese into small cubes.
Step 6
Once the chicken is seared, turn off the heat and pour the salsa verde over the chicken in the skillet.
Step 7
Evenly distribute the cream cheese cubes over the chicken and salsa.
Step 8
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Step 9
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
Step 10
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Step 11
Slice the avocado and garnish the chicken with avocado slices and chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1414.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2609.1 |
| Total Fat 152.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g | |
| Cholesterol 827.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3840.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.6g | |
| Protein 258.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1123.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3374.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories