How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken ?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 15-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes (or canned whole or crushed tomatoes if fire roasted are not available), 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1/2 cup, packed, chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Is Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken ?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken Recipe

Name: Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes (or canned whole or crushed tomatoes if fire roasted are not available); 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1/2 cup, packed, chopped fresh cilantro; 2 chipotle chili peppers in adobo, plus 1 teaspoon adobo sauce (less or more to taste); 1 teaspoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), trimmed of excess fat, cut into 3-inch wide pieces; 4 ounces grated or sliced Monterey jack cheese

Try this homemade Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken recipe the whole family will love. Made with fire roasted tomatoes, red onion, clove garlic and fresh cil…

This Chipotle Salsa Baked Chicken relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as chopped red onion, garlic, chopped, lime juice and kosher salt. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 429 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 15-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes (or canned whole or crushed tomatoes if fire roasted are not available)
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 cup, packed, chopped fresh cilantro
2 chipotle chili peppers in adobo, plus 1 teaspoon adobo sauce (less or more to taste)
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), trimmed of excess fat, cut into 3-inch wide pieces
4 ounces grated or sliced Monterey jack cheese

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
429 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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