Description
Indulge in the succulent taste of Salsa Verde Baked Chicken, a dish that transforms any weeknight into a festive culinary experience. Tender chicken breasts are baked to perfection and generously topped with zesty salsa verde, delivering a burst of fresh flavors that will impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is your go-to for hassle-free gourmet cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat well with salsa verde.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added zing.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving; garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg