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Mozzarella Smothered Pico de Gallo Chicken Bake

A fast, flavorsome, and healthful meal that's perfect for a weekday dinner. The tender chicken breasts nestled in a rich mound of store-bought Pico de Gallo, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, will satiate your cravings without compromising on health. A delightful dance of flavors in every bite!
3
35 min
TOTAL TIME
315
CALORIES
$2.73
PER SERVING
Mozzarella Smothered Pico de Gallo Chicken Bake
Directions
CHICKEN
15 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Season the chicken breasts evenly with smoked paprika, ground cumin, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
3
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
BAKE
4
Take an 8 x 8 baking dish, place the cooked chicken breasts. Pour the Pico de Gallo over the chicken. Make sure that every piece is covered well.
5
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly on top.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked. You can use a meat thermometer to check if the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
GARNISH
7
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Health Info
Macros
13g
CARBS
16g
FAT
30g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
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