Salsa Chicken

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Oven Temperature: 400°F

Ingredients:

• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• Flour (for dredging)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 ounce) jar salsa (use your favorite kind)
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (to taste, optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and move the rack to the middle position.
2. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Sprinkle the chicken pieces with garlic powder, chili powder, salt & pepper, then coat them in flour.
3. Sear Chicken: Add butter and oil to an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. Prepare Sauce: Add chicken broth to the pan and scrape up any brown bits. Stir in the salsa.
5. Combine: Return the chicken to the pan and let the sauce start to bubble. Spoon some salsa over the chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
6. Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted. Optional: Broil for a couple of minutes for a golden, bubbly cheese topping (watch carefully).
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired. Season with additional salt & pepper as needed.