Chicken Salsa Bake
A delightful Chicken Salsa Bake featuring tender shredded chicken, zesty salsa, and gooey melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Flexitarian
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 ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For a quick meal, use pre-cooked chicken and store-bought salsa. Experiment with different cheeses and rice alternatives for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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