Tender, juicy Salsa Verde Chicken is a one-pan baked dinner that uses simple spices, bright and tangy green salsa, and shredded cheese to make a delicious family meal that takes only minutes to prepare.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Servings: 4people
Calories: 367kcal
Ingredients
2lbsboneless, skinless chicken breast
1cupsalsa verdeprepared
½teaspoonsalt
½teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspooncumin
½teaspoonchili powder
¾cupshredded monterey jack cheese
Garnish (optional)
freshly chopped cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
Mix together salt, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder. Season both sides of the chicken breast and lay flat in a large casserole dish.
Spread the salsa verde over the chicken breasts to evenly cover them. Top with monterey jack cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp.)
Top with your choice or freshly chopped cilantro and serve warm!