SALSA FRESCA CHICKEN
This Salsa Fresca Chicken makes an unbelievably delicious meal full of
fresh flavors. The tender chicken is seasoned with spices, then smothered
in freshly made alsa and baked with rich cheese over top, for dinner that is
equally wholesome and Tasty. Since it only has a few simple ingredients
and is all baked in one dish, you can have Salsa Fresca Chicken prepped and to
the oven in as little as 15 minutes! This recipe is delicious, healthy
and a crowd pleaser, so it is perfect for both an everyday family dinner or for
entertaining.
Ingredients
·
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
·
1/4 tsp cumin
·
1/4 tsp salt
·
1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
Garnish
·
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat
the oven to 375˚F.
2. Lay
the chicken flat in a large baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the cumin,
garlic, salt and pepper.
3. Cover
chicken with the pico then top with cheese.
4. Bake
on middle rack for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through
(internal temp of 165˚F.
5. Garnish
with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with your favorite side dish.
Notes
·
You can cut the chicken in half, chunks, or use
chicken tenderloins in lieu of full chicken breasts to make serving easier.
Cooking time may be reduced.
·
Leftovers can be placed in an airtight container in
the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a month.
Dietary
Considerations:
This
recipe is naturally gluten free, low carb and friendly for low carb and keto
diets.
Dairy
Free- To make this recipe dairy free you can omit the cheese.
Gluten
free- Check labels on ingredients used to verify they are gluten free as
somethings can vary brand by brand.
Nutrition
facts provided based on my best estimation for the recipe and may not be
accurate depending on what brands you use or modifications you make to the
recipe. I recommend using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands
and measurements you use for the most accurate calculation.
Source : https://easyfamilyrecipes.com
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