Best 4 Chi Chis Salsa Copycat Recipes

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If you love the flavors of Chi-Chi's salsa and want to recreate it at home, this article has the perfect recipe you need. With a blend of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos, this copycat recipe captures the authentic taste of Chi-Chi's salsa. Whether you're serving it with tortilla chips, tacos, or burritos, this salsa will add a zesty touch to your favorite Mexican dishes. So get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious and easy-to-make Chi-Chi's salsa copycat recipe.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHI CHI'S SALSA



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The key to Chi Chi's salsa isn't some secret recipe, it's just good tomatoes. Blending ripe tomatoes just for a second yields a uniformly chopped salsa, perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips.

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14 ounce size) stewed tomatoes, chopped
2 green onions, diced
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Combine the stewed tomatoes, green onions, fresh tomatoes, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil for 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat. Add half of the salsa to a blender. Puree until almost smooth. Return to the saucepan. Add tabasco to taste. Let the salsa cool completely and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 4 months.

Nutrition Facts :

CHI CHI'S SALSA - COPYCAT RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Chi Chi's Salsa - Copycat Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 green onions, diced
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1 can (14 ounce size) stewed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Dice the stewed tomatoes and combine in sauce pan with onions, fresh tomatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to just a boil. Boil hard 1 minute and remove from heat. Put half of the mixture through a blender, just to mince fine but not puree. Return to remaining half of mixture. Add Tabasco to taste. Cool and refrigerate in tightly covered container. Use within a few weeks and it freezes up to 6 months.

CHI CHI'S SALSA



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Make and share this Chi Chi's Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Katza

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1 recipe, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 green onions, diced
2 ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce
14 ounces stewed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cut up stewed tomatoes and combine in saucepan with onions, fresh tomato, salt and pepper.
  • Bring just to a boil.
  • Boil hard 1 min.
  • and remove from heat.
  • Put half of mixture through blender just to mince fine, but not to puree.
  • Return to remaining half of mixture.
  • Cool and refrigerate in tightly covered container.
  • Use within a few weeks.
  • Freezes well up to 6 months.

CHI CHI'S MEXICAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Chi Chi's Mexican Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4 salads, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
1 cup salsa, drained, recipe calls for Chi Chi's Salsa
2 eggs, hard boiled & finely chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lime peel, grated
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
lettuce leaf

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except lettuce leaves. Mix well.
  • Serve over lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.5, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 188.1, Sodium 620.6, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 31.5

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful tomatoes for the freshest salsa.
  • Use a variety of peppers to add different levels of heat and flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients, such as fruits, herbs, and spices.
  • If you like your salsa chunky, dice the vegetables larger. For a smoother salsa, puree them in a blender or food processor.
  • Taste the salsa as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Serve the salsa immediately or refrigerate it for later use.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious Chi-Chi's salsa copycat recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. Whether you like your salsa mild, medium, or hot, there's a recipe here for everyone. So next time you're craving some salsa, try making your own at home. It's easy, delicious, and a great way to save money.

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