Salsa Chicken Bake (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
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2 lbs chicken breasts, no skin, no bones
→ Seasonings
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp salt, split
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1/4 tsp hot chili flakes
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1/4 tsp black pepper, fresh cracked
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1/4 tsp ground cumin
→ Salsa Fresca Topping
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1/3 cup jalapeño, chopped
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1/2 lime, squeezed
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1/2 cup cilantro, chopped up
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2 cups Roma or grape tomatoes, diced
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1/2 cup onion, chopped
→ Cheese
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1 cup mozzarella, shredded
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Sprinkle with some extra cilantro if that's your thing. Grab a plate while it’s hot—go for rice, pasta, tortillas, or whatever you like on the side.
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Move the dish to the oven's middle rack. Bake it for about 25–30 minutes. Check that the chicken isn't pink in the center or hits 165°F (74°C).
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Spread the fresh salsa blend all over your seasoned chicken. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella right on top.
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Put the chicken chunks in your baking dish in one layer. Dust with cumin, garlic powder, chili flakes, half the salt, and black pepper. Toss it around so every piece gets some spice.
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Throw diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a bit of salt in a bowl. Stir it up and let it sit a few minutes.
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Fire up your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the chicken into bite-size chunks.
# Additional Tips:
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Dial up or tone down chili flakes for your heat preference.
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If you've got time, let the chicken sit in the spices upfront for even bigger flavor.
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Tastes great next to tortillas, rice, or even cauliflower rice.