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Mexican Chicken Recipe

A delicious and easy-to-make Mexican chicken recipe that's perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Cheese Mexican blend

Instructions 

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

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Easy, Mexican
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