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Mexi-Baked Chicken
This mexi-baked chicken takes just 4 ingredients but is absolutely loaded with big flavors! You can prep this in less than 5 minutes so it’s a great dish when you’re short on time. It bakes up together in one bubbly, cheesy dish. You’re going to love this one!
MENU TIP: This Mexi-Baked Chicken recipe is from week 8 of our Low Carb menu plans pack!
Ingredients for Mexi-Baked Chicken:
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsps taco seasoning
- 12 oz salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
How To Make Mexi-Baked Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 375ºF. Apply cooking spray or avocado oil to shallow, small baking dish.
- Place chicken in baking dish and lightly apply taco seasoning to both sides, then pour salsa over chicken.
- Bake 45 minutes, uncovered, until internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over chicken. Bake 5 minutes until cheese melts.
Tips from the chef:
- Serve with these Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes and a yummy Mexican salad for a perfect meal!
- If you prefer chicken breasts over thighs, that should work well with this recipe too – just know you may need to adjust your cooking time a bit.
Mexi-Baked Chicken
Servings: 6
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsps taco seasoning
- 12 oz salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375ºF. Apply cooking spray or avocado oil to shallow, small baking dish.
- Place chicken in baking dish and lightly apply taco seasoning to both sides, then pour salsa over chicken.
- Bake 45 minutes, uncovered, until internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over chicken. Bake 5 minutes until cheese melts.
Notes
5 net carbs
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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