Salsa chicken one of the easiest (and yummiest) chicken recipes when time, energy, and ingredients are short!

Simply season the Chicken and top it with salsa (any kind!) and some cheese. Ready in just over 30 mins, it is a great weeknight meal that the whole family will love!

Why We Love this Recipe

Super flavorful, super easy, and super versatile— what’s not to love? Just season, top, and bake!

A package of chicken breasts, a jar or two of salsa and some cheese, and dinner is ready. This really is a one-size-fits-all recipe!

Ingredients

1. CHICKEN
This recipe calls for chicken breasts but boneless thighs will work.

2. SEASONING
Premade or homemade taco seasoning. You can increase the heat by tossing in some cayenne or even chipotle powder.

3. SALSA
Any salsa you use will bake into the chicken making it super juicy! Try pineapple salsa for a sweet and spicy twist. Top with salsa verde for an extra kick.

4. CHEESE
Top with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for some extra spice or cheddar cheese for a classic extra cheesy version!

How to Make Salsa Chicken

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to pull this off (don’t worry, we won’t tell).

1. Toss chicken in taco seasoning (I prefer homemade).
2. Top with salsa (any kind).
3. Bake (per recipe below), sprinkle with cheese, and broil until melted and bubbly!

Serving Suggestions

• add your favorite toppings
• serve with a veggie on the side and some rice
• slice and serve with tortillas taco style (this is a great way to stretch it to feed a crowd)
• add rice and beans and roll it into burritos
• serve leftovers over nachos or as a taco salad for lunch

Chicken for Dinner!

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