Easy Salsa Verde Chicken: Juicy Flavor in Every Bite
A delicious and simple recipe for salsa verde chicken that is packed with flavor and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, salsa verde, cumin, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the salsa verde mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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