Cinnamon Salsa Chicken Recipe

Name: Cinnamon Salsa Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 1/4 cup almonds, slivered; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 1/2 cups salsa; 1/4 cup water; dried currant, to taste (or raisins); 1 tablespoon honey; 3/4 teaspoon cumin; 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon; couscous, if desired

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in skillet over med-high heat. Add almonds and cook to brown. Remove and reserve them for later.
2
Add chicken to skillet and brown on each side (about 5-6 minutes). Add the garlic in during the last minute of the cooking.
3
In bowl, combine salsa and all remaining ingredients; mix well.
4
In baking dish, pour 1/2 salsa mixture into bottom. Layer the chicken and garlic evenly over the mixture. Pour the rest of the salsa over the chicken.
5
Cover with foil and bake in pre-heated oven at 350u00b0F for 20 minutes (or until chicken is cooked throughout).
6
Sprinkle chicken with browned almonds and serve over cooked couscous.

375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 cup almonds, slivered, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, and more.

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

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

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cinnamon Salsa Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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