Salsa Verde Chicken
Salsa verde chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty green sauce made from fresh tomatillos, cilantro, and lime. Perfect for any occasion—be it a backyard barbecue or a cozy family dinner—this recipe is quick to prepare and promises to impress your guests. The bold flavors and visually striking presentation will elevate your meal, making each bite an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 fresh tomatillos, husked and quartered
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1–2 green chile peppers (mild or spicy)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper.
- In a food processor, combine tomatillos, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and green chiles. Pulse until smooth yet slightly chunky.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side).
- Pour the salsa verde over the browned chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until cooked through (15-20 minutes).
- Allow resting before serving; pair with warm tortillas or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with salsa verde (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg