Name: Salsa Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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February 18, 2026

Salsa chicken is the perfect way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine. Made with just a few ingredients and bursting with flavor, this 30 minute meal is sure to become a family favorite. Our salsa chicken recipe is just what you need if you’re looking for a new quick and easy dinner idea. The perfect recipe for when you’re short on time but want a great dinner. Made with tender and juicy chicken breast, zesty taco seasoning, and your favorite salsa, this meal is packed with bold, delicious flavors that are sure to impress.

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Salsa Chicken

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 4 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Cut the whole chicken breasts in half through the middle to end up with 4 thinner chicken fillets.

Season the chicken with salt, pepper and taco seasoning.

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Once skillet is warmed, add the chicken and sear on the first side for 3-4 minutes or until well-browned.

Flip the chicken over and cook it until the breast reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Remove chicken from heat.

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F.

Place chicken on a baking sheet and top each chicken piece with salsa and cheese.

Place the chicken in the oven and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese melts completely.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Salsa Selection Magic 🌶️
Choose a chunky, restaurant-style salsa for maximum flavor complexity and textural interest in your chicken dish.
Taco Seasoning Pro Technique 🌮
Toast your taco seasoning in the pan for 30 seconds before adding chicken to unlock deeper, more concentrated flavor profiles.
Moisture Retention Hack 💧
Cover the chicken while baking to trap moisture, ensuring incredibly juicy meat that doesn't dry out during cooking.
Cheese Melting Mastery 🧀
Grate your own cheddar cheese and add it in the last 3-4 minutes of cooking for optimal melting and rich, creamy texture.
Seasoning Layer Build 🔪
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper before adding taco seasoning to create a multi-dimensional flavor foundation.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.