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Salsa Verde Baked Chicken

Salsa Verde Baked Chicken

Delicious Salsa Verde Baked Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish that delights any crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pc lime juice only
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh cilantro optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat well with salsa verde.
  4. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added zing.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving; garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 38gFat: 12g

Notes

Customize this dish by swapping chicken for turkey or adding in diced vegetables for extra flavor.

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