Low Sodium Salsa Verde Chicken

Transform dinner into a flavorful, guilt-free experience with this Low Sodium Salsa Verde Chicken recipe! Bursting with zesty, fresh flavors, this dish features tender chicken breasts simmered in a vibrant homemade salsa verde made from roasted tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, it keeps sodium levels low without compromising on taste, thanks to aromatic spices like cumin and a splash of tangy lime juice. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and wholesome meal pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a balanced and satisfying dinner. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving up a weeknight family favorite, this low-sodium dish is a nutritious crowd-pleaser that’s irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 8 large Tomatillos, husked and rinsed
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the tomatillos on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until they are soft and slightly charred.

Step 3

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, jalapeño pepper, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, ground black pepper, and cumin powder. Process until smooth to form salsa verde.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Once heated, add the chicken breasts and sear each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

Step 5

Pour the prepared salsa verde and the low sodium chicken broth over the seared chicken breasts in the skillet.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the chicken simmer in the salsa verde sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Serve the salsa verde chicken over a bed of rice, or with a side of steamed vegetables or your choice of grain, garnished with additional cilantro leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1069.4

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 880.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 119.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243.9mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 2238.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.5%

Protein: 44.7%

Carbs: 19.8%