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Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake

Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake: Easy Dinner with Fresh Flavors

Enjoy a delicious Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake, combining tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, and zesty lime for an easy, low-carb dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts the main protein
For the Salsa
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 1 medium onion swappable with red onion
  • 1 medium jalapeño omit for milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup cilantro garnish
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or substitute cheddar or pepper jack
Spices & Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon cumin for warmth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes adjust based on spice preference
  • to taste salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dice the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice with salt. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Spread the diced chicken in a baking dish and season with cumin, garlic powder, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the salsa mixture over the chicken and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbling.
  7. Let it rest for a few minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is cut into uniform pieces for even cooking. Drain excess liquid from salsa before baking to avoid a watery dish.

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