Baked Salsa Verde Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
394 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Salsa Verde Chicken
Description
Baked Salsa Verde Chicken combines simple ingredients into a flavorful entree. Boneless skinless chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness, then seasoned before being covered completely with salsa verde. The dish is topped with shredded pepper jack cheese, which melts during baking to create a spicy, creamy layer. Baking at 375 degrees until the chicken is cooked through results in tender, juicy meat infused with the tangy salsa. Fresh cilantro adds a herbaceous finish once served.
The salsa verde offers a mildly tangy and slightly spicy flavor, while the melted pepper jack cheese adds a creamy texture and bite. The baking process melds these elements together, coating the chicken throughout. This method ensures even cooking and a harmonious flavor profile.
This chicken is suitable as a main course paired with rice, tortillas, or a side of vegetables. The cilantro garnish complements the salsa verde and adds freshness to each bite. It can accommodate variations in cheese, such as Monterey Jack, for a milder flavor.
In the notes, other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Mexican blend shredded cheese are suggested as good alternatives. Adjusting the seasoning or substituting cheese types can tailor the dish to different tastes.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 16 ounces salsa verde
- 8 ounces pepper jack cheese
- cilantro chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease a baking dish.
- Pound chicken to even 1-inch thickness and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Pour salsa verde over chicken, making sure to cover all of the chicken completely.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
- Monterey Jack or other Mexican blend shredded cheeses can be used instead of pepper jack for a milder flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 394 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 394kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 1250mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 694mg | 15% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1179IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 429mg | 43% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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