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Zesty Salsa Chicken Recipe

Zesty Salsa Chicken

Tender chicken breasts baked with fresh salsa and spices deliver a vibrant, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or festive meals. This zesty entrée pairs wonderfully with rice or tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course, poultry
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 baking dish lightly coated with nonstick spray

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh salsa store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and drizzle with olive oil to coat evenly.
  • Sprinkle ground cumin and chili powder evenly over the chicken breasts.
  • Generously spoon fresh salsa over each chicken breast.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and turns golden.
  • Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro and lime juice, and serve warm with rice or tortillas.

Notes

  • Use homemade salsa for fresher flavor.
  • Substitute chicken thighs for juicier meat.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.