Chicken Salsa Bake
A delightful dish combining shredded chicken, zesty salsa, and melted cheese, baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup cooked rice (optional)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, salsa, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional black beans with rice in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Adding sour cream or guacamole on top elevates the dish. Use a mix of salsas for balanced flavor. Rotisserie chicken can save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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