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Baked Salsa Chicken and Rice Recipe

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Baked Salsa Chicken and Rice is a simple, flavorful one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken breasts with seasoned rice and zesty salsa, baked together for an effortless and delicious dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Rice and Salsa Mixture

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup salsa (mild or medium, based on preference)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dish.
  2. Prepare the baking dish: In a 9×13 inch baking dish, evenly spread the uncooked rice. Pour the salsa and chicken broth mixture over the rice, then sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine and evenly distribute the spices.
  3. Add the chicken breasts: Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
  4. Bake the dish: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the rice is tender.
  5. Rest and serve: Remove the foil and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the rice to finish absorbing any remaining liquid.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • Use brown rice, increase baking time by 15 minutes, and add 1/4 cup more broth.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Adjust the spice level by selecting mild, medium, or hot salsa according to your taste.

Keywords: baked chicken, salsa chicken, baked chicken and rice, one-pan meal, easy dinner, Mexican-inspired

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