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Skillet salsa chicken

January 5, 2016 By Kathryn

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Quick and easy salsa chicken with onion, peppers and jalapeños is perfect for wraps or over rice and makes a great weeknight dinner!Easy, fast salsa chicken with onion, peppers and jalapeños is perfect for wraps or over rice. A great weeknight dinner! | FamilyFoodontheTable.com

I had a rare but much appreciated mother-daughter date with M (my 4 1/2-year-old) just recently.

It’s tough to juggle enough quality time between both kids when I’m the only one around in the afternoons. So now and then my husband and I like to divide and conquer on the weekends – we each take a kid for an hour or two and get some one-on-one time.

M and I headed to a nearby pond with some leftover bread ends to feed the ducks, fish and turtles that are always hungry and like to battle it out over each crumb. M also loves running around the bridge that goes over part of the pond, running up and down the stairs that go back up to the shopping center and just generally feeling a little more free.

And we sat to chat and have some “us” time, which she was pleased as punch about. No little brother to interrupt us. (And let’s be honest, no laptop with work demands to interrupt me either.)

Easy, fast salsa chicken is great in wraps or over rice for a delicious weeknight dinner! | FamilyFoodontheTable.com

We met up with the boys later in the afternoon and had some good family time. But by the time bath and bedtime was over with the kids, I just wanted a quick and easy late dinner for the hubs and I. This salsa chicken hit the spot. It always does.

Onion, green pepper and jalapeño get sautéed with strips of chicken breasts, plus taco seasoning and salsa to bring a little kick. And you know I put out a bottle of hot sauce to serve it with! 🌶

A few notes on this easy salsa chicken:

  • You can use homemade salsa or your favorite store-bought kind. You could even play around and try a flavored salsa to change it up a bit. 💃
  • I usually serve this over my perfect steamed brown rice but if I don’t want to wait for that to finish cooking, whole wheat tortillas are a great option too.
  • You could also serve this over a romaine or spinach salad for a low-carb option.
  • Toppings can include shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro, even some diced avocado.

Salsa chicken is great in wraps or over rice for an easy, fast weeknight dinner! | FamilyFoodontheTable.com

My husband loves taking leftovers into the office for lunch. He heats it up, tucks it into a wrap with some lettuce and cheese and dives in. 👍

Hope this salsa chicken makes it into your regular rotation too.

Enjoy!

~ Kathryn

Skillet salsa chicken

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Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Total Time 25 minutes
Serves 4 servings     adjust servings

Salsa chicken is perfect in wraps or over rice for an easy, fast weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, diced small
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1-2 jalapeno peppers, finely diced (seeded and membranes removed for less heat)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into long, thin strips
  • 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup salsa
  • For serving: whole wheat tortillas, steamed brown rice or a salad
  • Optional toppings: sour cream or Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, extra salsa

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper and saute for 5-7 minutes, until tender.
  2. Add jalapeños and garlic and saute for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Season chicken breast strips with taco seasoning on both sides and add to pan. Cook about 4-5 minutes on each side, until chicken is cooked through.
  4. Turn off the heat, top with salsa and stir to combine.
  5. Serve the salsa chicken in whole wheat wraps, over steamed brown rice or a salad. Just add your favorite toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
Amount Per ServingAs Served
Calories 272kcal Calories from fat 72
% Daily Value
Total Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Transfat 0g
Cholesterol 124mg41%
Sodium 639mg27%
Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 4g
Protein 40g

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Calories2000
Total FatLess than65g
Sat FatLess than25g
CholesterolLess than300mg
SodiumLess than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrate300g
Dietary Fiber25g

Easy, fast salsa chicken with onion, peppers and jalapeños is perfect for wraps or over rice. A great weeknight dinner! | FamilyFoodontheTable.com

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Comments

  1. Laster says

    January 5, 2016 at 11:05 PM

    Hope you had a Great New Year! I am in love with chicken from my childhood!!!!!!!!And your dish just look yummy! I can’t wait to taste it! I am going to prepare this moth watering recipe for this weekend. Have Fun!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 6, 2016 at 7:58 PM

      Thanks so much and happy New Year to you!

      Reply
  2. Adina says

    January 6, 2016 at 5:34 AM

    Happy New Year! You found the perfect recipe for after-Christmas cooking: healthy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 6, 2016 at 7:57 PM

      Thanks Adina! It’s certainly nice going back to simple, healthy but still super tasty recipes after all the holiday craziness!

      Reply
  3. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    January 7, 2016 at 11:56 AM

    I think its great you and the hubster team work it out with the kiddos, so you each get some quality time with them! If you are up for adopting a 32 year old daughter, I happen to love going to the pond and feeding ducks too. 😉 Anyways, I have a salsa addiction and I put it on EVERYTHING, so this chicken is faaaaaab! I can’t wait to try your version of salsa chicken, because it already has me drooling! Cheers, doll- to a wonderful weekend!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 7, 2016 at 6:53 PM

      Salsa on everything – I think that sounds like a plan! And, um, yes, I’ll adopt you and take you to feed the ducks. But you’ll have to earn your keep and fix me dinner once a week while I pour the bourbon 😉

      Reply
  4. Julie at Hostess At Heart says

    January 7, 2016 at 8:10 PM

    Mouthwatering!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 8, 2016 at 7:31 PM

      Thanks Julie!

      Reply
  5. Alli @ Tornadough Alli says

    January 8, 2016 at 10:10 AM

    Yum yum and even more yum. This stuff looks absolutely addicting. But I’m partial to the Mexican flavor too. I hear ya about not having enough time to spend quality time with each your kids. I have 4 and between blogging and homework and supper and the husband I feel that I need to set aside certain days to have mommy and me time. My 11 year old isn’t really feeling it anymore but the younger ones Love it.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 8, 2016 at 7:34 PM

      If you love Mexican like me, you will definitely love this dinner, Alli! And I don’t know how you do it with 4 kids – super woman!!

      Reply
  6. karrie@TastyEverAfter says

    January 10, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    Such a sweet story and how nice it is to spend some quality one-on-one time with your daughter! This recipe is one I would make once a week. I make Mexican 1-2 times a week and always looking for different (plus easy) recipes. Definitely hits the spot with me and leftovers would be great for breakfast in an omelet or turned into nachos for lunch 🙂

    Reply
  7. Ofelia says

    January 12, 2016 at 1:31 AM

    Happy New Year!!!! Chicken is my all time favorite!I always try something new with chicken and your recipe is absolutely my type.Thanks foe sharing this yummy recipe with us!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 12, 2016 at 2:22 PM

      I’m the exact same way – we eat LOTS of chicken around here and I’m always trying to change things up! Hope you try this easy salsa chicken and let me know how you like it! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Lauren @ Create Bake Make says

    January 12, 2016 at 4:44 PM

    This looks fabulous, I’ll definitely be making this very soon! Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 12, 2016 at 9:54 PM

      Happy New Year Lauren! I hope you enjoy this easy salsa chicken – it’s a staple around here 🙂

      Reply
  9. Carlee says

    January 13, 2016 at 7:31 AM

    What a great quick dinner! We love anything with Mexican flavors too, so I know we would love this. It is nice to get uninterrupted time with the little ones every once in a while!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 13, 2016 at 8:42 PM

      Isn’t it? May not happen often, but I try to cherish those times 🙂 And I hope you love this easy Mexican dinner – it’s a great go-to for busy nights!

      Reply
  10. Mollie says

    January 13, 2016 at 2:16 PM

    This dish will go over big at my house! Yum! And easy, too! Thanks for linking up to Throwback Thursdays!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      January 13, 2016 at 8:42 PM

      It’s a crowd pleaser for sure – and definitely very easy! Thanks for hosting such a fun and tasty party!

      Reply
  11. Tally says

    March 22, 2016 at 12:33 PM

    I would love to start my day out with this!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      March 22, 2016 at 8:10 PM

      Thanks Tally!

      Reply
  12. Angela says

    April 29, 2016 at 11:01 PM

    This looks like a perfect weeknight dish! Thank you for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:36 AM

      Yes, so quick and easy! Thanks Angela!

      Reply
  13. Ginger Wroot says

    May 29, 2016 at 11:01 PM

    This looks oh, so yum! For taco seasoning, I usually substitute some chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin powder, so as to avoid the extra salt. Can’t wait to try this!
    –G
    http://gingerwroot.com

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      May 30, 2016 at 8:39 PM

      Thanks Ginger! I make my own taco seasoning, so it’s much lower in salt than the store-bought kind 🙂

      Reply
  14. Helen Fern says

    May 30, 2016 at 11:37 AM

    This looks delicious!! A must try! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner Link up!

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      May 30, 2016 at 8:39 PM

      Thanks Helen! It’s a great go-to chicken dish for busy weeknights 🙂

      Reply
  15. BBFP says

    September 27, 2016 at 5:58 AM

    Thanks, do you think this would work well without garlic? I’m all out until tomorrow unfortunately but have all the other ingredients and would like to give it a go tonight for the kids if possible.

    Reply
    • Kathryn says

      September 27, 2016 at 6:34 AM

      Sure, you can skip the garlic! If you have garlic powder, you could use a pinch of that, but it’s not necessary. Hope you give it a try and let me know what you think!

      Reply

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