CHEESY SALSA CHICKEN BAKE

Cheesy Salsa Chicken Bake image

Provided by Janice Bartholome

Categories Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½-2 lb fresh or thawed boneless, skinless chicken tenders, cut into smaller pieces
1 24-oz. jar(s) very chunky salsa, as spicy (or mild) as you like (this is actually a little skimpy, 30 oz. would cover the chicken better.)
1-2 c shredded mexican blend cheese (or use plain cheddar or your preference )
1 c chopped green onions, including tops
½-1 c sour cream (optional)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 cake dish with cooking spray. (I used a disposable aluminum pan, but I doubled them-nested two and baked them on a baking sheet for stability. This way, I don't have to worry about retrieving a dirty cake dish to bring home.
2. Spread chicken pieces evenly in bottom of cake dish.
3. Pour salsa over chicken.
4. Bake uncovered about 20 minutes. Check for doneness. When chicken is done, remove dish from oven and sprinkle cheese over top of salsa. Sprinkle green onion over cheese, reserving a little for garnish.
5. Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Top with dollops of sour cream just before serving, if desired, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped green onion for color.