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Mexican Chicken Recipe

A delicious and easy-to-make Mexican chicken recipe perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Cheese Mexican blend

Instructions: 

  • 1. Preheat your skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  • 2. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • 3. Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  • 4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • 5. In the same skillet, add the salsa and let it heat through.
  • 6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the salsa over the top.
  • 7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and cover the skillet until the cheese melts.
  • 8. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes:

This dish pairs well with rice, beans, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Mexican
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