5-Minute Skillet Salsa Chicken Hero
A quick and easy one-pan chicken dish cooked in salsa and spices, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal. This recipe is designed for busy home cooks looking for a delicious dinner ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 15-17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (15 ounce) can salsa (your favorite kind)
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.
- Pour the salsa over the chicken. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve hot, with your favorite optional toppings.
Notes
- Use your favorite jarred salsa for convenience.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- This dish is versatile and can be served with rice, tortillas, or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 (will vary based on salsa and chicken cut)
- Sugar: Varies based on salsa
- Sodium: Varies based on salsa
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 8-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 5-10g
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g
- Protein: Approximately 30-35g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 80-100mg
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