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    By Amy · Published: Aug 27, 2018 · Updated: Aug 27, 2018 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 39 Comments

    Baked Salsa Chicken

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    So incredibly simple, easy and delicious… this Baked Salsa Chicken is always a weeknight favorite.  Serve with black beans and Spanish rice and dinner is DONE!

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    A spatula removing a baked chicken breast topped with salsa and melted cheese from a dish.

     

    Baked Salsa Chicken

    This recipe couldn’t be easier… your favorite prepared salsa and a few other ingredients are all you’re going to need. There’s very little prep work involved so it’s perfect for those back-to-school busy weeknights!

    Four baked boneless chicken breasts with salsa and cheese in a white baking dish.

    I love recipes that come together with minimal effort and taste like you spent an eternity preparing them… this is one of those recipes!  A love face emoji - A smiling yellow face with heart eyes.  It literally takes 5 minutes to throw together.

    I shared this dish with my neighbor and she texted me telling me how much she and her boyfriend enjoyed it.  LOVE!  That’s one thing I’ve always enjoyed is sharing food with friends and family.  Speaking of sharing food, I’m getting ready to host the biggest celebration of my life in a couple of weeks feeding 50+ people and couldn’t be more excited (wish me luck!).  We’re celebrating the life of our dear friend who passed suddenly, my new house and my friend’s recovery after open heart surgery.  An emoji of a pink heart shape.

    A spatula removing a baked chicken breast topped with salsa and melted cheese from a dish.

    Dinner has never been easier than this… enjoy!

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    A spatula removing a baked chicken breast topped with salsa and melted cheese from a dish.

    Baked Salsa Chicken


    ★★★★★

    5 from 18 reviews

    • Author: Amy @ The Blond Cook
    • Total Time: 38 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings
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    Ingredients

    • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
    • 1–½ tablespoons taco seasoning
    • 1–½ cups prepared salsa
    • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

    Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.  Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
    2. Rub chicken breasts with taco seasoning on both sides and place in dish.  Cover with salsa.
    3. Bake (uncovered) for 30 minutes, or until chicken is done and juices run clear.  Sprinkle with cheese and return to oven.  Bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
    4. Sprinkle evenly with cilantro.

    Notes

    Adapted from Allrecipes

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 33 minutes
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: Mexican

    Keywords: baked salsa chicken, salsa chicken, chicken and salsa, salsa chicken recipe, baked salsa chicken recipe

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    1. Denise says

      June 29, 2022 at 9:00 am

      Hi, I was wondering if fresh made salsa would work with this recipe instead of jar? I was thinking about adding a small can of tomato sauce to it with the fresh salsa so it’ll have enough sauce. I’d like to make this soon. What are your thoughts?

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      • Amy says

        June 29, 2022 at 10:38 am

        Hi Denise, I’ve only made this recipe using prepared salsa in the jar, but I think that it would still be delicious with the way you’re wanting to prepare it. I haven’t personally tried it so I can’t say with 100% certainty. Please let me know how it turns out if you try it and I hope you enjoy it!

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    2. Whitney says

      May 16, 2022 at 3:24 pm

      Very good. We actually added a little cream cheese to make it like a creamy bake and fajita seasoning instead of taco. Making it for the second time today!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Dee says

      May 14, 2022 at 4:03 pm

      OMG! SO GOOD! Definitely a make again! Even the picky daughter had 2nds Thank you!!!!

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    4. Ruthie says

      April 11, 2022 at 8:48 pm

      So easy! But I added chopped spinach with a table spoon of cream cheese and sour cream on top of the chicken. Everybody LOVED it!

      ★★★★★

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      • Amy says

        April 12, 2022 at 4:30 am

        Thank you Ruthie – that sounds amazing! So glad to hear you and your family enjoyed the chicken!

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    5. Debbie McGee says

      January 17, 2022 at 6:51 pm

      OMG. One of my favorite recipes. I was looking for something Mexican with Chicken and I came across this recipe. Love, Love it. It’s one of my go to recipe for the quickest to make but oh so good.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    6. Kay says

      November 21, 2021 at 4:22 pm

      Going to try it tonight

      Reply
    7. Monica says

      August 26, 2021 at 3:02 pm

      I made this recipe and it was deliciously easy and tasteful. My younger daughter who had a diminished appetite after recovering from not feeling well ate 2 portions with gusto. I’ll definitely be keeping this recipe. Thank you.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    8. Dave H says

      May 10, 2021 at 5:44 pm

      Pretty solid dish! Also laid each breast on a bed of rice. Tasted like a chicken enchilada minus the wrap. Will add this to the make often list. Also made my own taco seasoning since I didn’t have premade. Way better choice. Thanks for the simple recipe!

      ★★★★★

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    9. Dinah says

      April 04, 2021 at 10:12 pm

      I made this dish with chicken tenderloins and it was delicious. I cooked rice on the stovetop while the chicken baked and then poured the juices from the chicken over the rice. It was a big hit with my husband.

      ★★★★★

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