Picante Chicken

Picante Chicken
  • PREP TIME
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  • COOK TIME
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  • TOTAL TIME
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  • SERVING
    2 People
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Transform simple chicken breasts into a vibrant and flavorful fiesta with this incredibly easy Picante Chicken recipe! Simmered in a zesty picante sauce, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual gathering.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Cholesterol
    68 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    1082 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 1 mins Pour the picante sauce into a medium saucepan. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Carefully nestle the chicken breasts into the picante sauce, ensuring they are mostly submerged. (2 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 25 mins Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C), and the juices should run clear when pierced with a fork. (25 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove the chicken breasts from the saucepan and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful chicken. (5 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider browning the chicken breasts in a skillet with a little olive oil before adding them to the picante sauce.
Serve the Picante Chicken over a bed of fluffy rice, quinoa, or couscous. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of lime juice for added brightness.
Feel free to customize the heat level by using a mild, medium, or hot picante sauce. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan or microwave.

Lilian Renner

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 124 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Lina Cruickshank

    The chicken was so tender and juicy! I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Landen Konopelski

    I added a can of black beans and some corn to the sauce for a heartier meal. It was delicious!

  • Donato Gislason

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and flavorful, even my picky eaters loved it.

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