Easy Cheesy Baked Chicken Salsa
This easy cheesy baked chicken salsa is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal! It's easy to make and perfect for any time of the year!
This cheesy baked chicken salsa is a great way to show off your cooking skills, and it's perfect for any time of the year! Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or a party, this easy chicken salsa is a great option!
Midweek meal time again and Cook n' Share to the rescue with easy cheesy baked chicken salsa. This is a dish you can make up in about 45 minutes and will be a winner with the entire family.
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- 6 medium boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium jar of salsa (I use mild, but use medium or hot if you wish.)
- 1/2 small lime cut into wedges
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (Again, I use mild but use medium or hot if you wish.)
- 1 1/2 cup Tex Mex Cheese, grated
Add the salsa to a bowl. Squeeze in the lime juice and add in half the cilantro. You can add more if you wish. Stir until well combined.
Place the chicken on a plate and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and taco seasoning.
Add a layer of salsa to the bottom of a baking dish. Place the chicken over followed by another layer of salsa.
Place the chicken into a 375 degree F or 195 C preheated oven for about 35 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the oven and spread the cheese over the top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Plate, garnish with more cilantro, serve, and enjoy.
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11g17%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 160mg54%
- Sodium 910mg38%
- Potassium 820mg24%
- Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 55g
- Protein 3g6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Nutritional values are a within reason estimate and my vary depending on several factors.
As always, adjust the seasoning according to your liking.
I use mild salsa and taco seasoning, but you can use hot or medium if you wish.
Add more fresh veggies or pepper to the salsa if you wish.
