Salsa Verde Chicken

This Salsa Verde Chicken is a delicious and easy recipe featuring tender chicken drenched in vibrant salsa verde.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner Plates

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts tender goodness that soaks up flavors beautifully.
to taste salt essential seasoning
to taste pepper essential seasoning

For the Sauce

3 cloves fresh garlic, minced adds a fragrant depth; feel free to substitute with garlic powder if needed.
1 cup salsa verde the star of this dish; its zesty kick elevates the chicken effortlessly.
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice brightens the flavors; substitute with lemon juice for a twist.
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil enriches the sauce; avocado oil can be used for a different profile.

Equipment

Oven
Baking dish
Skillet
Meat Thermometer

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
Sauté the minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil for 1-2 minutes.
Combine salsa verde and lime juice in the skillet, stirring well to create the sauce. Simmer for a few minutes.
Arrange the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the salsa verde sauce over it. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
Serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added freshness.

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