Salsa Simmered Chicken

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This easy-to-make simmered chicken recipe is a great weeknight family dish I threw together; we enjoyed it a lot. Delicious with rice. Can also be shredded and served with tortillas.

salsa simmered chicken breast over brown rice
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 (15 ounce) jar mild picante salsa

  • 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth

Directions

  1. Season chicken breasts all over with salt and black pepper.

  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts in hot oil until browned, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Pour salsa and chicken broth over chicken. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3 to 5 minutes. Turn chicken over, stir salsa mixture, and continue to simmer until chicken is tender and sauce is slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into center of chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

30 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179 Calories
7g Fat
5g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 60mg 20%
Sodium 813mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 23g 47%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 29mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 353mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.