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Chicken Chile Verde

This Chicken Chile Verde is not only easy but insanely delicious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 7 3/4 servings
Calories 358kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • 16 ouncces salsa verde, thick n' chunky

Instructions

  • Heat the oil and chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for a minute, then add the taco seasoning; stir to coat the chicken.
  • Cook chicken until it is no longer pink in the center.
    cooked chicken in skillet
  • Add the salsa verde to the pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the temperature and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and the chicken has a nice glaze.
    sauce and chicken in skillet
  • Top with shredded cheese, return to heat, cover, and turn off the heat. Let it set for about 6-10 minutes until the cheese has completely melted. Remove from the stovetop and immediately serve.
    grated cheese over chicken in skillet

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75cup | Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 846IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 1mg