Radiant Chicken Bake
Description
This radiant chicken bake is a comforting, international-inspired dish that brings bold flavors to the dinner table with minimal effort. The chicken breasts are lightly dredged in seasoned flour and browned before being nestled in a casserole dish. They are topped with a savory mixture of sliced green chiles, carrots, celery, onions, and fresh parsley, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Bright lemon slices add a fresh citrus note that cuts through the richness, while oregano and garlic salt provide a warm, aromatic background. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken and a hearty vegetable medley in a single pan. It is a satisfying meal that feels both home-style and exotic, making it a great option for family dinners or when you want something flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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Lightly flour 6-8 chicken breasts and/or legs with the seasoned flour.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
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Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and place it into an oven-safe casserole dish.
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Slice the Ortega Whole Green Chiles into strips and arrange them on top of the chicken pieces.
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In a bowl, combine the sliced carrots, chopped parsley, thinly sliced onion, garlic salt, oregano, coarsely chopped celery, and Snap-E-Tom Tomato Cocktail sauce.
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Pour the vegetable and tomato mixture evenly over the chicken and chiles.
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Place lemon slices on top of the seasoned chicken.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Baste the chicken with the vegetable and tomato sauce during the cooking process to keep it moist.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 163.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 34.2g12%
- Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 4.5g9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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