What’s in this Salsa Chicken Recipe?
Chicken breasts are all dressed up with simple pantry staples like taco seasoning, salsa, and more!
Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best, or swap it for boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Olive Oil: You can use avocado oil instead if you’d like. Taco Seasoning: This season blend adds a delicious flavor. You can use homemade taco seasoning or store-bought. Salsa: Use a jar of your favorite chunky salsa. Any brand works! This ingredient is an easy way to change the flavor of the dish. Cheddar Cheese: I like to freshly shred my cheddar cheese for the best flavor and consistency. Cilantro: My favorite fresh garnish for this baked salsa chicken! Cojita Cheese: This is an optional but highly recommended garnish.
Pro Tip: For a quicker cooking time, cut larger chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner pieces of meat.
Can I make baked salsa chicken spicy?
To add some spice to this easy baked chicken recipe, use a spicy salsa instead of mild or medium salsa. You can also add some extra cayenne pepper to your taco seasoning blend. As for spicy garnishes, a little bit of hot sauce and some fresh jalapeños go a long way! A spicy meal calls for a great drink pairing! Try it with this awesome Agua Fresca.
How to Store and Reheat
Once cooled to room temperature, transfer your leftovers to an airtight container and pop them in the fridge. Properly stored, baked salsa chicken will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or right back in the oven until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this salsa chicken as is with a simple side of rice. Or you can cut the cooked chicken into strips and serve it up with a side of warm tortillas, rice, and beans for people to make tacos with! But why stop there? You can make burrito bowls, quesadillas, or even add the sliced chicken to a salad.
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title: “Baked Salsa Chicken Recipe” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-21” author: “James Mclane”
What’s in Salsa Chicken?
This delicious baked salsa chicken recipe combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts, homemade salsa, simple seasonings, and your favorite shredded cheese to create a tender, juicy, and healthy dish that will be ready and on the table in about 45 minutes.
Chicken Breasts: Skinless and boneless chicken breasts are a lean source of protein and a healthy choice for any baked chicken recipe. Taco Seasoning: With so many taco seasonings on the market, why not make your own? Click on the link to get the easy homemade recipe. Salt & Pepper: These kitchen staples are essential to bringing out the flavor of the chicken breasts and other ingredients. Olive Oil: Always keep good olive oil in your kitchen to add delicious, heart-healthy flavor to any dish. Salsa: Salsa is the key ingredient in this recipe. Use your favorite brand, and go as hot or mild as you like. I recommend a chunky salsa for plenty of texture, but smooth is fine if you prefer. Try this blender salsa recipe for something quick! Cheese: Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese are popular choices for salsa chicken. Cilantro: Cilantro, a signature herb found in many Mexican food recipes, adds a fresh, zesty flavor to the dish. Skip if you aren’t a fan!
Pro Tip: For the best melt, shred whole blocks of cheese at home.
Variations on Baked Chicken with Salsa
This oven-baked salsa chicken is a great base for endless variations. You can swap the taco seasoning for fajita seasoning for a different flavor. Experiment and try different salsas, like salsa verde, chunky salsa, black bean and corn, avocado and corn salsa, tomatillo avocado salsa, mango salsa, or pico de gallo! For more heat, mix in some green chiles or jalapeños.
How to Store and Reheat this Salsa Chicken Bake
Store leftover baked salsa chicken in an airtight container or resealable bag for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or in the microwave in 30-second bursts until warmed through.
How to Freeze Salsa Baked Chicken
Freeze baked chicken in the salsa in an airtight container or resealable bag for up to 1 month. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
What to Serve with this Chicken Salsa Bake
Serve this baked salsa chicken dish with wedges of lime along with some rice and beans, Crockpot refried beans, or cilantro lime rice. Also, consider serving it with the best homemade guacamole ever, homemade tortilla chips, and some dollops of fresh and tangy sour cream.
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