How to Make Quick and Easy Mexican Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and simple dish to make for dinner tonight, then look no further than this Quick and Easy Mexican Chicken recipe. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen, but still want to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal. With just a few basic ingredients and minimal prep work, you can have this tasty chicken dish on the table in no time.

This recipe is inspired by the vibrant and bold flavors of Mexica...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground cumin
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a greased skillet over medium heat. Rub chicken pieces with garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin to taste; place in the hot skillet. Cook until brown on both sides and no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a 9x13-inch baking dish, top with salsa and cheese, and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and starts to brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 641mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 239mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 532mg