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    Home » Low Carb

    Chicken and Salsa

    Published: Nov 12, 2018 • Modified: Dec 12, 2018 by Charlotte• This post may contain affiliate links •Leave a Comment

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    chicken tenders covered in salsa and melted cheese

    Our 3 ingredient chicken and salsa is ready in under 30 minutes! The whole family will love this delicious low carb entree. Steam a bag of frozen cauliflower rice and dinner is done.

    chicken tenders covered in salsa and melted cheese

    This recipe originally published November 2018, now updated with photos, how to steps and chef secrets.

    Ready for one of the easiest and quickest low carb chicken recipes ever? Here it is! Low carb salsa chicken comes together in a snap and is perfect for weeknights or anytime. Use your favorite low carb salsa, chicken tenders and cheese (optional) to make this recipe the whole family will love!

    Mexican inspired recipes can be high in carbs, so if you are looking for lower carb options check out Low Carb Mexican Casserole, Tex-Mex Keto Squash Casserole and Low Carb Mexican Chicken Bowl. If you are watching your calorie intake, consider using lower fat cheese and low-fat sour cream to keep calories in check.

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    Ingredients

    • Chicken tenders- I chose tenders because they cook super fast! You may also use chicken breasts.
    • Salsa- Choose your favorite brand -be sure to check labels for carb count. If watching sodium intake, be sure to check the label for that also. Some brands can be very high in sodium!
    • Cheese- optional. If you choose to add cheese, good choices include lower fat cheddar and/ or colby jack.

    Instructions

    raw chicken tenders in white casserole dish
    • Step 1:  Place chicken tenders in an oven safe casserole dish. You may use chicken breasts instead if you wish.
    raw chicken tenders covered in salsa in white casserole dish

    Step 2: Pour salsa over chicken tenders. Place in oven to bake until tenders are fully cooked.

    chicken tenders covered in salsa and melted cheese in white casserole

    Step 3:  Place cheese over salsa chicken and melt (if desired).

    Variations

    • Spicy- choose a hot salsa
    • Deluxe- top with jalapeños, bacon bits or queso.
    • Kid Friendly- go with mild salsa and american cheese
    • Party Plan- heat up regular or low carb tortillas, set up a toppings bar and have "make your own" chicken tacos

    Top Tip

    For best results, check the temp of the tenders after about 15 minutes of cooking. Avoid overcooking.

    Food Safety

    • Cook to a minimum of 165 degrees F.
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat.
    • Don't leave food sitting out for extended periods.
    • Never leave cooking food unattended.

    As you can see, this makes a super easy recipe that is perfect for family or guests. If you are looking for more delicious diabetes friendly recipes, check out 19 diabetes low carb meals you can (almost) make without a recipe and 26 More Diabetes Low Carb Meals You Can (Almost) Make Without A Recipe for even more ideas!

    Did you make this recipe? Be sure to leave your star rating and comment!

    Recipe

    chicken tenders covered in salsa and melted cheese in white casserole

    Chicken and Salsa

    Low carb salsa chicken is a simple and easy recipe the whole family will love. 3 ingredients- Use your favorite low carb salsa, chicken tenders and cheese.
    4.75 from 31 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Diet: Diabetic, Low Fat
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 310kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz chicken tenders
    • 1 cup salsa
    • 2 slices cheese
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 ℉. 
    • Place chicken in an ovenproof pan then pour salsa over.
    • Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken temp reaches 165 ℉.  Place cheese slices over salsa chicken then return pan to oven to melt cheese. 

    Notes

    Top Tip
    For best results, check the temp of the tenders after about 15 minutes of cooking. Avoid overcooking.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Chicken and Salsa
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    310
    Calories from Fat 99
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    11
    g
    17
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    25
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.3
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    130
    mg
    43
    %
    Sodium
     
    500
    mg
    21
    %
    Potassium
     
    992
    mg
    28
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    10
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    42
    g
    84
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    873
    IU
    17
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    5
    mg
    6
    %
    Calcium
     
    264
    mg
    26
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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