Description
Creamy Salsa Verde Chicken (Skillet or Bake) is a delicious and versatile dish that elevates any dinner occasion. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich, zesty salsa verde sauce combined with creamy sour cream and gooey Monterey Jack cheese. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a taste of Mexico in just 35 minutes. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this comforting meal is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup salsa verde
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden.
- In a bowl, mix salsa verde, sour cream, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Pour the sauce over the seared chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover until melted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg