Best Salsa Chicken Fiesta Lighter Recipes

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SALSA CHICKEN FIESTA



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Awhile back, it was triple coupon day at our local grocery store. I had a ton of coupons for Bisquick, which made each box an insanely cheap 10 cents a piece. So, since then I've been trying out Bisquick recipes! This is one that was a hit with the family!

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup original Bisquick baking mix
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups old el paso thick & chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF. Spray 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. Stir together Bisquick mix, water and egg in small bowl; spread in pan. Sprinkle with 1 1/4 cups of the cheese.
  • Cook chicken in oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until outsides turn white; drain. Stir in salsa; heat until hot. Spoon over batter in pan to within 1/2 inch of edges.
  • Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until edges are dark golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake 1 to 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted; loosen from sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 99.4, Sodium 719.5, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 23.6

BIG-BATCH SALSA CHICKEN FIESTA



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Serve a crowd-size fiesta of flavors with a quick-to-fix salsa and chicken bake.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup water
3 eggs
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 3/4 lb), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 1/2 cups Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 3 (8- or 9-inch) square pans with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir together Bisquick mix, water and eggs. Spread evenly in pans. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese over batter in each pan.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil, stirring frequently, until outsides turn white; drain. Stir in salsa; heat until hot. Spoon evenly over batter in pans to within 1/2-inch of edges.
  • Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until edges are dark golden brown. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the remaining cheese over each pan. Bake 1 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Loosen from sides of pan; cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

SALSA CHICKEN FIESTA (COOKING FOR 2)



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Bisquick Heart Smart® recipe! Have a fiesta and enjoy chicken breasts olé style!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons fat-free egg product or 1 egg white
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (1 1/2 oz)
1 large boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. In small bowl, stir together Bisquick® mix, water and egg product; spread in pan. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until outsides turn white; drain. Stir in salsa; heat until hot. Spoon over batter in pan to within 1/2 inch of edges.
  • Bake about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cheese. Bake about 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted; loosen from sides of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

LIGHTER FIESTA LIME CHICKEN



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This is a lightened up version of the Applebee's south-west favorite. I have skipped the tortilla chips and served it with Spanish rice and a green salad with a spicy vinaigrette to keep the meal light and healthy.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 29

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup tequila
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon nonfat milk
2 teaspoons tomatoes, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon canned jalapeno slices, minced
1 teaspoon onion, minced
1/8 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
1 dash pepper
1 dash garlic powder
1/4 cup 2% mexican cheese blend, made with 2% milk
1 cup baked corn tortilla chips, crumbled
salsa

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a medium bowl: water, teriyaki, lime juice, garlic, liquid smoke, salt, ginger, tequila. Add chicken, cover and chill about 2 hours. Do not marinade chicken longer than 3 hours.
  • Prepare the Mexi-Ranch sauce by combining the following ingredients in a small bowl: mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, tomato, vinegar, jalapeño, onion, parsley, Tabasco, salt, dill, paprika, cayenne, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, pepper. Mix well until smooth, then cover and chill until needed.
  • When you are ready to cook, preheat your oven's broiler and a grill or girll pan. Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade) and grill chicken for 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until done.
  • Arrange cooked chicken in a baking pan. Spread 2 tablespoons of Mexi-Ranch sauce over each piece of chicken, followed by 1 tablespoon of the shredded cheese blend. Broil the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes or just until cheese melts.
  • Spread a bed of 1/4 cup of the crumbled baked tortilla chips on each of 4 plates. Put a piece of chicken on top of the chips on each plate. Garnish with salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.3, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 1662, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 31

SALSA CHICKEN FIESTA RECIPE - (4.3/5)



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Provided by á-48185

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup original Bisquick baking mix
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, about 6 ounces
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups Old El Paso thick & chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. Stir together Bisquick mix, water and egg in small bowl; spread in pan. Sprinkle with 1 1/4 cups of the cheese. Cook chicken in oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until outsides turn white; drain. Stir in salsa; heat until hot. Spoon over batter in pan within 1/2 inch of edges. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until edges are dark golden brown. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake 1 to 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted; loosen from sides of pan.

FIESTA CHICKEN BREASTS WITH TOMATO-AVOCADO SALSA



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Tomato-avocado salsa adds a delicious flavor to a hearty chicken dish - great for dinner. Perfect if you love Mexican cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeño chili
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 bone-in chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 flour tortillas (8 inch), cut in half, then cut into 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • In medium glass or plastic bowl, gently mix all salsa ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, place chicken in shallow glass or plastic dish. In small bowl, mix 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup oil, the cumin and salt; pour over chicken. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • Place chicken, skin sides up, in pan. Pour marinade over chicken. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 20 to 30 minutes longer, brushing occasionally with marinade, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (170°F).
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook tortilla strips in oil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden brown. Serve chicken topped with salsa. Serve with tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SALSA CHICKEN



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Someone gave me this recipe a few years back and it's become a household favorite. You can use mild, medium or hot salsa depending on your taste. I usually serve it with Spanish rice and Mexican-style canned corn. Very easy and quick!

Provided by Faye

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
  • Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of chicken breasts, and pour salsa over all.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is tender and juicy and its juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese, and continue baking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with sour cream if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 863.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SIMPLE SALSA CHICKEN



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My husband and I prefer our food a little spicier than our children, so I created this salsa chicken recipe just for the two of us. It's now a regular menu item at our house. -Jan Cooper, Troy, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons taco sauce
1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Lime wedges and sliced avocado

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt. Combine salsa and taco sauce; drizzle over chicken. Sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. If desired, serve with lime wedges and sliced avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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