Fiesta Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Avocado Salsa

Dairy Free
Health score
38%
Fiesta Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Avocado Salsa
140 min.
4
675kcal

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Get ready to spice up your dinner table with our delightful Fiesta Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Avocado Salsa! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to a sunny fiesta. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is designed for those who appreciate a hearty meal without the dairy, making it a fantastic option for anyone with dietary restrictions.

Imagine succulent bone-in chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, vegetable oil, and aromatic spices, baked to perfection until juicy and tender. The star of the show, however, is the refreshing tomato-avocado salsa, which adds a burst of freshness and a creamy texture that perfectly complements the savory chicken. With the added crunch of crispy tortilla strips, every bite is a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for family meals or gatherings with friends. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you can easily whip up this impressive main course that serves four. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious and colorful Fiesta Chicken Breasts with Tomato-Avocado Salsa!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups tomatoes seeded chopped
  • cup avocado pitted peeled chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 1.5 teaspoons jalapeno finely chopped
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • lb chicken breast bone-in
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 8-inch flour tortilla cut into 1/2-inch strips cut in half, then ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. In medium glass or plastic bowl, gently mix all salsa ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Meanwhile, place chicken in shallow glass or plastic dish. In small bowl, mix 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup oil, the cumin and salt; pour over chicken. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  3. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  4. Place chicken, skin sides up, in pan.
  5. Pour marinade over chicken. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 20 to 30 minutes longer, brushing occasionally with marinade, until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (170°F).
  6. In 10-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook tortilla strips in oil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp and golden brown.
  7. Serve chicken topped with salsa.
  8. Serve with tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories675kcal
Protein32.04%
Fat48.28%
Carbs19.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.75
Glycemic Load
9
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
33.59260866953%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Eriodictyol
0.41mg
Hesperetin
1.69mg
Naringenin
0.45mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:674.54kcal
33.73%
Fat:36.09g
55.52%
Saturated Fat:6.71g
41.96%
Carbohydrates:33.1g
11.03%
Net Carbohydrates:27.79g
10.11%
Sugar:4.16g
4.63%
Cholesterol:145.15mg
48.38%
Sodium:1081.87mg
47.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:53.88g
107.75%
Vitamin B3:26.99mg
134.97%
Selenium:84.28µg
120.4%
Vitamin B6:1.9mg
94.95%
Vitamin K:67.4µg
64.19%
Phosphorus:622.08mg
62.21%
Vitamin B5:3.92mg
39.24%
Potassium:1268.75mg
36.25%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.63%
Vitamin C:23.44mg
28.41%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.93%
Folate:102.21µg
25.55%
Magnesium:91.36mg
22.84%
Vitamin E:3.33mg
22.21%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.01%
Fiber:5.3g
21.2%
Iron:3.35mg
18.6%
Vitamin A:683.43IU
13.67%
Zinc:1.98mg
13.23%
Copper:0.23mg
11.72%
Calcium:107.21mg
10.72%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%