Description
This Skillet Salsa Chicken is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken cutlets are simmered in a flavorful salsa and topped with melted cheese, all in one skillet.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- All-purpose flour, for dredging
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) jar salsa (your favorite kind)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Cook Chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook until lightly golden brown on each side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make Sauce: Add chicken broth to the skillet and scrape up any browned bits. Stir in salsa and bring to a simmer.
- Assemble and Bake: Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon salsa over the chicken and sprinkle with cheese. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted. (Optional: Broil for a few minutes to brown the cheese.)
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Skillet: If your skillet isn’t oven-proof, transfer the contents to a baking dish or continue cooking on the stovetop with a lid.
- Chicken: Adjust cooking time if using smaller or thicker chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with rice, beans, or your favorite Mexican-inspired side dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
