Salsa Chicken Recipe

Name: Salsa Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, optional; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 8 chicken thighs, skin removed; 1 cup salsa, thick and chunky, mild or medium; 1/4 cup water; 2 Tbsp dried raisins or currants; 1 tsp honey; 3/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; Accompaniment: 3 cups cooked rice, noodles or couscous

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-heat until hot. Add almonds; cook 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove almonds from skillet with a slotted spoon; set aside.
2
Add garlic to skillet; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add chicken; cook 4-5 minutes or until browned, turning once.
3
In medium bowl, combine salsa and all remaining ingredients; mix well.
4
Add to chicken; mix well.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low.
6
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear.
7
Stir in almonds just before serving. Serve with rice, noodles or couscous.

450

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: 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, optional, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 8 chicken thighs, skin removed, and more.

Yes, 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!

Salsa Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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