Salsa Verde Chicken – A Flavor-Packed 30-Minute Meal!
Got 30 minutes? Then you’ve got time for this bold, zesty, and ultra-easy Salsa Verde Chicken! Juicy, seasoned chicken simmers in a tangy salsa verde sauce, soaking up all that flavor while staying tender and delicious. One pan, minimal ingredients, maximum flavor! Serve it over rice, in tacos, or however you like—this is the kind of weeknight dinner you’ll want on repeat.
Let’s make it!
Salsa Verde Chicken
A flavorful and easy dinner recipe made with zesty salsa verde and simple spices—perfect for a quick meal!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 jar (16 oz) salsa verde
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- ⅔ cup shredded Mexican cheese
Optional Toppings:
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoning:In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper
- Season the Chicken:Pat the chicken dry and coat all sides with the seasoning mix.
- Sear the Chicken:Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside (it won’t be fully cooked yet).
- Cook the Onion:In the same pan, sauté the diced onion for 1-2 minutes until softened.
- Make the Sauce:Pour in the broth and salsa verde, stirring to combine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
- Simmer the Chicken:Return the chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Melt the Cheese:Sprinkle shredded cheese over each chicken breast and spoon some warm sauce on top to help it melt.
- Serve:Remove from heat, garnish with green onions and cilantro, and serve with a lime wedge over rice, in tacos, or with a salad.
Notes
- Swap out the listed spices for a taco or fajita seasoning packet if preferred.
- This dish can be frozen for future meals—just thaw and reheat!
- Enjoy it with rice, in tacos, or shredded over salads.
