Easy Baked Salsa Chicken
Recipe: #604
October 16, 2011
"This recipe comes from Chatelaine Food Express Quickies and only has 2 ingredients."
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (178.4 g)
- Calories 206
- Total Fat - 4.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.2 g
- Cholesterol - 96.4 mg
- Sodium - 542.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 4.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.2 g
- Sugars - 2.6 g
- Protein - 36.2 g
- Calcium - 36.5 mg
- Iron - 1.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Cover bottom of 8-inch square baking dish or casserole with 1/2 cup salsa
Step 3
Place chicken, bone side up, on top of salsa and cover with remaining salsa.
Step 4
Bake chicken for 30 minutes, turn chicken over and bake another 25 or 30 minutes, basting occasionally.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- Choose a salsa that is to your taste - mild, medium, or hot.
- Substitute 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the chicken breasts. This substitution will provide a juicier and more tender texture to the finished dish.
- Substitute 1 cup of your favorite marinara sauce for the salsa. This substitution will add a richer flavor to the dish, and you can adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Taco-Style Salsa Chicken Replace the salsa with 1 cup of your favorite taco sauce. Top the chicken with 1/2 cup of shredded cheese before baking. Bake as directed, adding 5 minutes to the baking time.
Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Replace the salsa with 1/2 cup of your favorite buffalo sauce. Top the chicken with 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and 1/4 cup of crumbled blue cheese before baking. Bake as directed, adding 5 minutes to the baking time.
Spanish Rice: This simple side dish is the perfect accompaniment to Easy Baked Salsa Chicken. The flavors of the salsa and chicken will be complemented by the subtle spices and flavors of the Spanish Rice.
Black Beans: This classic side dish is the perfect match for Easy Baked Salsa Chicken. The smoky, earthy flavors of the black beans will balance out the spiciness of the salsa and the richness of the chicken. Plus, black beans are a great source of protein and fiber, making this a filling and nutritious addition to any meal.
FAQ
Q: How long should I bake the chicken?
A: Bake the chicken for 30 minutes, turn it over, and bake for another 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally.
Q: What temperature should I bake the chicken?
A: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the chicken for 30 minutes, turn it over, and bake for another 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1:Salsa is a popular condiment that originated in Mexico in the early 1900s. It is a combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chilies, and is often used in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine.
Fun Fact 2:The famous singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was known for her love of salsa music. She released several albums, including the Grammy-winning album Amor Prohibido, which featured several of her popular salsa songs.