SALSA FRESCA CHICKEN
This Salsa Fresca Chicken makes an unbelievably delicious meal full of fresh flavors. The tender chicken is seasoned with spices, then smothered in freshly made salsa and baked with rich cheese over top, for dinner that is equally wholesome and Tasty. Since it only has a few simple ingredients and is all baked in one dish, you can have Salsa Fresca Chicken prepped and to the oven in as little as 15 minutes! This recipe is delicious, healthy and a crowd pleaser, so it is perfect for both an everyday family dinner or for entertaining.
Growing up in Texas I have that deep rooted love of Tex-mex cuisine pretty much running through my blood. If it is wrapped in a tortilla, covered in cheese or doused in salsa, chances are it is something I am dreaming of eating 98% of the time. Tex-mex doesn’t tend to be the lightest or healthiest cuisine, but this Salsa Fresca Chicken changes all that.
Salsa Fresca Chicken
prep 15 minscook 35 minstotal 50 mins
This Salsa Fresca Chicken is packed full of bold Tex-Mex flavors but still a light and wholesome dish. It is smothered in fresh tomatoes, cilantro, sweet onion, and of course Monterey Jack cheese. It comes together easily for a quick weeknight meal and since it is made in one dish it can be cleaned up easily as well.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 cups fresh pico de gallo (I use this homemade Pico de Gallo recipe)
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
Garnish
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
Lay the chicken flat in a large baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the cumin, garlic, salt and pepper.
Cover chicken with the pico then top with cheese.
Bake on middle rack for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165˚F.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with your favorite side dish.
Notes
You can cut the chicken in half, chunks, or use chicken tenderloins in lieu of full chicken breasts to make serving easier. Cooking time may be reduced.
Leftovers can be placed in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a month.
