Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake: Quick, Healthy & Flavor Packed Dinner

Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake is a quick and healthy dinner filled with vibrant flavors, ideal for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Lean protein source

For the Salsa

2 cups Tomatoes Fresh or canned diced
1 medium Onion Yellow or red
1 medium Jalapeño Adjust to taste, or substitute with bell pepper
1/4 cup Cilantro Can replace with parsley
2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh is best, bottled works in a pinch

For the Seasoning

1 tbsp Cumin Can substitute with chili powder
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced recommended
1/2 tsp Red Chili Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste

For the Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can use cheddar or pepper jack

Equipment

oven
baking dish
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400˚F (200ºC). Grease your baking dish with cooking oil.
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and mix with cumin, garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
In a bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Add salt to taste.
Spread seasoned chicken in the greased dish, pour salsa mixture on top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches 165˚F and cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Let sit for a few minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is evenly coated with spices for the best flavor. Avoid overcrowding in the baking dish for even cooking.

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