Arizona Chicken Recipe

This Arizona Chicken recipe is a quick and easy weeknight winner! Inspired by Busycooks.About.com, this recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken breasts smothered in a vibrant salsa sauce. We've doubled the salsa for extra flavor – because who doesn't love more salsa? Get ready for a taste of the Southwest in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 173 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Arizona Chicken

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How to Make Arizona Chicken

  1. Pound each chicken breast to 1/2 inch thickness between two sheets of plastic wrap.
  2. Spread 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard evenly over each chicken breast.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  5. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of your favorite salsa and 1 tablespoon of lime juice.
  6. Pour the salsa mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  7. Reduce heat to low, simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

12g

Carbs

0g