Salsa Fresca Chicken
Salsa Fresca Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a refreshing salsa made from ripe, fresh ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, bringing a burst of zesty flavor that your family and friends will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice; set aside.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
- Top each breast with salsa before serving and let rest for five minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with salsa (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
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