Salsa Chicken Bake Recipe

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Salsa Chicken Bake Recipe

Being one of the easiest recipes ever, this salsa chicken bake recipe is one on repeat for me, or when I need something quick and easy. This delicious salsa chicken takes less than 5 minutes to prep before throwing it in the oven. Then, set it and forget it.

I personally love serving this chicken with Spanish rice and a huge dollop of sour cream. Beans are also the perfect side, too! I love using a tangy and chunky red salsa for this recipe because it adds so much more flavour and texture. You can use your favourite type of salsa, as long as it’s red salsa (made with tomatoes).

Key Ingredients

Chicken thighs: the key is using chicken thighs with the bone in. This results in juicier chicken that’s so much more flavourful than chicken breasts or any other boneless chicken.

Spices: the spices are what you typically use as taco seasoning so the flavour really complements the salsa.

Salsa: any salsa of your choice will do, as long as it’s red salsa (salsa made with tomatoes). Options includes mild/medium/spicy, chunky, fire-roasted, etc.

How to Make Salsa Chicken

This recipe is super easy! It doesn’t require much prep work and most of the work is done in the oven. Here’s how to make it!

Preheat oven to 375F.

Add all the spices (salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, chili powder) to the chicken thighs and mix until evenly coated. Transfer the seasoned chicken thighs to a baking dish.

Pour the salsa over the chicken thighs. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or when a thermometer reads 165F when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.

Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 10 minutes to redistribute the juices. This will ensure the chicken thighs remain moist and juicy. Sprinkle green onions and shredded cheese over the chicken and serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Salsa Chicken Bake Recipe

Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 55 mins Rest Time 10 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Servings: 6

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Author: Sabrina Cuisine: American, Mexican

Description

Salsa over seasoned chicken thighs, baked to juicy perfection.

Ingredients

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• 2 lbs (about 6 pieces) chicken thighs, skinless & bone-in
• 1 ¹⁄₂ tsp salt
• ¹⁄₄ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder (optional)
• 430 mL salsa of choice (mild/medium/spicy/chunky)
• green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
• shredded cheese of choice (optional) (Tex Mex/cheddar/Monterey Jack)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 

1. To the chicken thighs, add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, and chili powder (optional) and mix until chicken pieces are evenly coated with spices. 

1. Place the seasoned chicken thighs into a baking dish just large enough to hold the chicken. 

1. Pour the salsa over the chicken pieces. 

1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place in preheated oven. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken. 

1. Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. 

1. Sprinkle with green onions (optional) and shredded cheese (optional). Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy. 

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