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Mr. Food’S Summer Baked Chicken – 8/21/95

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This vibrant summer baked chicken dish combines tender boneless breasts with a savory-sweet picante sauce and crisp bell peppers. The addition of chili powder gives it a gentle kick, while the melted cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese adds a creamy, comforting finish. ItâÂÂs a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Simple ingredients come together in under an hour, offering a wholesome meal thatâÂÂs both satisfying and easy to prepare. Serve with rice, beans, or a fresh salad for a complete international-inspired feast.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 280.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This vibrant summer baked chicken dish combines tender boneless breasts with a savory-sweet picante sauce and crisp bell peppers. The addition of chili powder gives it a gentle kick, while the melted cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese adds a creamy, comforting finish. ItâÂÂs a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. Simple ingredients come together in under an hour, offering a wholesome meal thatâÂÂs both satisfying and easy to prepare. Serve with rice, beans, or a fresh salad for a complete international-inspired feast.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound Chicken breasts -- boneless
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper -- cored and sliced
  • 1 medium Green bell pepper -- cored and sliced
  • 1 medium Yellow bell pepper -- cored and sliced
  • 1 small Red onion -- slivered
  • 1 cup Picante sauce
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese -- Or Monterrey Jack
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177ðC).
  2. 2
    Coat a shallow baking dish with non-stick vegetable spray and place the chicken breasts inside.
  3. 3
    Sprinkle the chicken with salt and set aside.
  4. 4
    In a medium-sized skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  5. 5
    Add the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers and the slivered red onion.
  6. 6
    Sauté the vegetables for 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to soften.
  7. 7
    Stir in the picante sauce and chili powder until well combined.
  8. 8
    Spoon the pepper and sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  9. 9
    Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  10. 10
    Bake for 30 minutes.
  11. 11
    Remove the dish from the oven and uncover.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chicken and vegetables.
  13. 13
    Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 3-5 more minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 280.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.1g10%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 144.7mg49%
Sodium 126.0mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 52.8g106%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

While cheddar and Monterey Jack are traditional, you can also use pepper jack for extra spice or a mild mozzarella for a softer melt.

For faster prep, you can use pre-sliced bell peppers and onions, though fresh slicing yields better texture.

Serve with steamed rice, black beans, or a fresh side salad to balance the richness of the cheese and sauce.

Keywords: baked chicken, picante sauce, bell peppers, cheese topped, weeknight dinner, easy chicken, summer recipe, chili powder, monterey jack, cheddar cheese, boneless breasts, oven baked, family meal, quick dinner, pepper salsa, comfort food
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