Cooking for One- Mexican Salsa Chicken Dinner

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Cooking for One- Mexican Salsa Chicken Dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons Italian dressing
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup 2 % Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
2 cups raw spinach
1 dash garlic salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
1
Calories
501
Sugar
13g
Fat
14g
Cooking for one can be a challenge, but this Mexican Salsa Chicken Dinner is a simple, healthy option that doesn’t require a lot of time in the kitchen. With just a few ingredients, including boneless chicken breast, salsa, brown rice, and spinach, it’s easy to prepare a delicious meal that’s perfect for one person. This recipe can also be easily adjusted to serve more people by increasing the amount of ingredients used.

Instructions

1.Heat oven to 375°F. Line small baking dish with foil.
2.Place chicken in baking dish.
3.Drizzle with dressing.
4.Top with salsa and cheese.
5.Bake 20 to 25 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF).
6.Serve chicken over rice.
7.Top with spinach.
8.Sprinkle with garlic salt.

PROS

Quick and easy recipe for those who are cooking for one.
With just a few simple ingredients, it’s a great option for a healthy and delicious dinner.

Chicken breast is a great source of protein and the addition of spinach provides vitamins and fiber.

CONS

May be too small of a portion for some people.
Those who are watching their sodium intake may want to be careful with using canned salsa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken breast is an excellent source of protein, while brown rice and spinach both provide fiber and other nutrients. Salsa can provide a good amount of vitamin C from the tomatoes.

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