Texas Two Step Chicken Picante Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this quick and easy Texas Two-Step Chicken Picante recipe! Made with Pace Picante Sauce, this dish delivers bold, zesty flavors in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken baked to perfection in a savory sauce, perfect for a family dinner or a casual weeknight meal. Serve with rice and your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying experience.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 381.4 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 4.7 (20 Reviews)
Texas Two Step Chicken Picante

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Texas Two Step Chicken Picante

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How to Make Texas Two Step Chicken Picante

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup Pace Picante Sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  3. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a 2-quart shallow baking dish.
  4. Pour the picante sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Serve immediately over rice. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

3g

Carbs

18g