Green Salsa Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this zesty Green Salsa Chicken recipe, a flavorful dish that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a vibrant salsa verde sauce infused with minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and a sprinkling of cilantro. This one-pan recipe is packed with bold, tangy flavors and an optional spicy kick from sliced jalapeños, making it a versatile favorite for taco night or paired with rice and tortillas. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 30-minute cook time, this gluten-free and crowd-pleasing dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a quick yet delicious Mexican-inspired meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups Green salsa (salsa verde)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 1 jalapeño Optional: sliced jalapeños
• 0 Cooked rice or tortillas (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour the green salsa (salsa verde) into the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the green salsa over the top of each piece.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and allow the chicken to simmer in the salsa for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Add fresh lime juice to the skillet and stir gently to distribute the flavor.

Step 9

Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the chicken and, if desired, garnish with sliced jalapeños for extra heat.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked rice, alongside tortillas, or as a filling for tacos or burritos. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1334.4 grams (1334.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1622

Total Fat 41.10g	53%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 4978mg	216%
Total Carbohydrate 72.60g	26%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 24.60g
Protein 223.10g	446%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 188mg	14%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2698mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.8%

Protein: 57.5%

Carbs: 18.7%