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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 Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 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 chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3. Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. 4. Once cooked, top each chicken breast with salsa and shredded cheese. Cover the skillet and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  5. 5. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Easy, Mexican
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