Best 15 Santa Fe Oven Chicken Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner recipe that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than Santa Fe Oven Chicken! This dish combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of using your oven to create a succulent and mouthwatering meal. With its zesty blend of spices, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables, Santa Fe Oven Chicken is sure to become a family favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SANTA FE CHICKEN BAKE



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This Santa Fe Chicken is as EASY as it is DELICIOUS! With only a few ingredients, you can make this hearty dinner in just one dish for easy prep and clean up! This family friendly crowd pleaser is a wholesome way to get everyone to clean their plates!

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast ((4-6 thin chicken breasts))
2 tbsp taco seasoning
15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed (1 can))
15.25 oz sweet corn (drained (1 can))
1 cup salsa (chunky)
1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Pico de gallo
Sour cream
Chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the black beans, corn, green onions, taco seasoning, and salsa until evenly combined.
  • Season the chicken to taste and lay flat in a casserole dish. Spread the bean mixture over top of the chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 350˚F for 35-45 minutes or until your chicken breast is cooked through (165˚F internal temp.)
  • Garnish as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Sodium 805 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SANTA FE BAKED CHICKEN RECIPE



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Our Santa Fe baked chicken recipe is easy to make, done in one dish and prepped in 15 minutes! It's the perfect weeknight dinner recipe.

Provided by Cheryl Najafi

Categories     dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt and pepper
4 tsp taco seasoning
1 15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen or canned )
1 1/2 cups salsa (fresh, drained of excess liquid)
1/4 cup cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
1 cup Mexican cheese blend (shredded )
1 4 oz can green chilies (chopped, (mild, medium or hot))
sour cream (dollop for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a 9" x 13" casserole dish with cooking spray. Trim chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper then sprinkle with taco seasoning.
  • Add black beans, corn kernels, salsa and cilantro into casserole dish and mix until evenly combined. Place seasoned chicken breasts on top of veggies and cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through then remove from oven and discard aluminum foil. Spoon green chilies over chicken and top with shredded cheese. Return to oven uncovered to melt cheese-approximately 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, top with reserved chopped cilantro and serve chicken with veggie medley spooned over the top or on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 917 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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This is an adaptation of a recipe that I found on Dr. Weil's website. Great on the grill even though the original recipe called for broiling the meat. Cooking time includes marinating time.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 limes, juice of
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients except chicken.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a shallow baking pan and pour the marinade over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Grill over medium coals for about 10 minutes on each side.

BAKED SANTA FE CHICKEN



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This seasoned Southwest Baked Santa Fe Chicken has hatch green chiles, corn, Pepper jack cheese and is topped with a green enchilada sauce.

Provided by Kevin Is Cooking

Categories     Dinner     Main

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-15 oz cans black beans
4 chicken breasts (2 lbs boneless and skinless)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
4 oz green chiles (diced (Hatch Green Chiles preferred))
8.5 oz can of corn (drained)
4 slices Pepper jack cheese
1 1/2 cups green enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl mix together the cumin, chili powder, kosher salt and pepper.
  • Place the black beans in a rectangle 9x12" casserole dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray or vegetable oil and sprinkle with 1/2 of the seasoning.
  • Layer the chicken breasts on top of the black beans and top with remaining seasoning mixture.
  • Sprinkle the onion, bell pepper, green chiles, corn and 1 cup of the green enchilada sauce on top of the chicken. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts. (See Note 1)
  • Remove from oven and add Pepper jack cheese slices and remaining enchilada sauce to each piece of chicken. Put it back in the oven, uncovered for 5 minutes. Allow to rest 5 minutes before slicing or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 56 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 170 mg, Sodium 924 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 51 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SANTA FE OVEN CHICKEN



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Kick up dinner a notch with a spicy south-of-the-border chicken casserole.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained
2/3 cup milk
2 cups 1/2-inch pieces cooked chicken
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with jalapeños, undrained
1 cup cubed American cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, cornmeal, chili powder, green chiles and milk until dough forms; set aside.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat chicken, corn and tomatoes to boiling. Pour hot chicken mixture into baking dish. Fold in cheese (cheese will not melt). Drop dough by 12 heaping tablespoonfuls onto chicken mixture.
  • Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until mixture is bubbly and topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (3/4 Cup Chicken Mixture and 3 Biscuits), Sodium 1840 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN PACKETS



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Chicken breasts topped with black beans, corn and zesty tomatoes, cooked in foil packets on the grill for an easy summertime meal

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1 packet each)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (15 oz each) Rosarita® Premium Whole Black Beans, drained, rinsed
2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 oz each)
1/2 cup shredded reduced fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat outdoor grill to medium-high heat according to manufacturer's directions. Stir together beans, corn, drained tomatoes and cumin in medium bowl.
  • 2. Place four 18x12-inch pieces of heavy foil on counter. Spray each with cooking spray. Place 1 breast in center on each piece of foil. Spoon 1/4th bean mixture over chicken for each packet. Bring up short sides of each foil packet and double fold top. Double fold both ends to seal each packet, leaving space for steam to gather.
  • 3. Place packets on grate of covered grill. Grill 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in centers (165 degrees F). Carefully open packets; sprinkle 1/4th cheese on top of each breast. Close foil and let stand 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

EASY SANTA FE CHICKEN



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"My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main dish is one of my menu mainstays. With its lovely golden color, it's pretty enough to serve to company or as a special Sunday dinner idea."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add broth and salsa; bring to a boil. Stir in rice and garlic powder. Place chicken over rice; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Turn chicken; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Chicken and rice are dressed up with a zippy sauce for a complete meal that's ready in a dash. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a festive weeknight supper or special occasion menu. -Jon Carole Gilbreath of Tyler, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. , Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and cumin; place over rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SANTA FE BAKED CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by á-42919

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1-1/4 pounds)
coarse salt and fresh black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil or canola mayonnaise
1 + 1/2 cups tortilla crumbs*
1 + 1/3 cups salsa
1 + 1/3 cups shredded Monterey jack or extra sharp cheddar cheese
Read more: http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/santa-fe-baked-chicken/#ixzz3C1XBXcWm

Steps:

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings Instructions: 1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large roasting pan or baking sheet with sides with parchment or grease well. 2.Pound out the chicken breasts between two pieces of saran wrap with a meat mallet until they are a thin, even thickness, about 1/4-inch thick. If they are very large cut them in half. Season well on both sides with salt and pepper. 3.Set up a dredging station with the mayonnaise in a shallow bowl and the tortilla crumbs in another. 4.Working one at a time coat each chicken breast lightly with mayonnaise, then tortilla crumbs, patting them on with your hands if needed. 5.Bake about 20 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of 165 - 170 degrees F. 6.Remove the pan from oven and top each piece of chicken with 1/3 cup salsa topped with 1/3 cup cheese. Put the pan back in the oven about 5 minutes until cheese is melted, alternately you can turn on the broiler and broil them about 1 minute until cheese is melted with some golden spots. *For homemade tortilla crumbs, process 8 - 9 cups tortilla chips in a food processor or put them in a heavy duty plastic bag and pound them out with a meat mallet. Read more: http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/santa-fe-baked-chicken/#ixzz3C1XMCrv3

SANTA FE BAKED CHICKEN RECIPE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by skvw

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups corn kernels, fresh, frozen or canned
1 1/2 cups salsa, fresh, drained of excess liquid
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped, plus extra for garnish
1 cup Mexican cheese blend, shredded
1 (4-ounce) can green chilies, chopped, (mild, medium or hot)
Sour cream, dollop for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9" x 13" casserole dish with cooking spray. Trim chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper then sprinkle with taco seasoning. Add black beans, corn kernels, salsa and cilantro into casserole dish and mix until evenly combined. Place seasoned chicken breasts on top of veggies and cover dish with aluminum foil. Bake 35-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through then remove from oven and discard aluminum foil. Spoon green chilies over chicken and top with shredded cheese. Return to oven uncovered to melt cheese-approximately 5 minutes. Remove from oven, top with reserved chopped cilantro and serve chicken with veggie medley spooned over the top or on the side.

SANTA FE CHICKEN RECIPE



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Take chicken casserole on a trip to the land of enchantment with our Santa Fe Chicken Recipe. This Santa Fe Chicken Recipe is easy, cheesy and spicy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Grains

Time 55m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 yellow pepper, chopped
1 can (10-1/2 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine rice, beans and peppers in 13x9-inch baking dish. Mix soup, water and cilantro; pour over rice mixture.
  • Top with chicken and salsa.
  • Bake 45 min. or until chicken is done (165°F), topping with cheese for the last 10 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 860 mg, Carbohydrate 65 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 33 g

CRISPY SANTA FE CHICKEN



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This chicken breast dish boasts four kinds of melty cheese, salsa and a perfectly crispy crust, thanks to crushed crackers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1 egg, beaten
12 saltine crackers, finely crushed (about 1/2 cup)
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Dip chicken in egg then in cracker crumbs, turning to evenly coat both sides of each breast with each ingredient.
  • Place in 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; drizzle with butter.
  • Bake 20 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Top with salsa and cheese; bake 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Sodium 810 mg, Carbohydrate 14 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 34 g

SLOW COOKER SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Easy slow-cooker meal.

Provided by bdunk1998

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn
½ cup salsa
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup salsa
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
8 tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine the black beans, corn, and 1/2 cup salsa in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breast atop the black bean mixture; top with another 1/2 cup salsa.
  • Cook on High for 3 hours.
  • Add cream cheese to chicken mixture; cook another 30 minutes.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into middle of tortillas; roll tortillas around filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 887.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

EASY SLOW COOKER SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Easy slow cooker Santa Fe chicken. Serve over rice or tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Provided by Michelle Handrahan Henschell

Categories     Chicken Stew

Time 10h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can fat-free chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (8 ounce) bag frozen corn
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 scallions, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt to taste
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine black beans, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, corn, cilantro, scallions, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt in the crock pot. Season chicken breast with salt and lay atop the beans mixture.
  • Cook on Low for 9 1/2 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker to a cutting board; shred into strands, return to the slow cooker, and stir into the beans mixture.
  • Continue cooking on Low for 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 548.4 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

EASY CREAMY SANTA FE CHICKEN (CROCK POT)



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Make and share this Easy Creamy Santa Fe Chicken (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KitchenCraftsnMore

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h20m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (15 1/4 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup bottled thick & chunky salsa
5 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In crock pot, mix together beans, corn, and 1/2 cup salsa.
  • Top with the chicken breast, then pour the remaining salsa over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on high 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until chicken is tender.
  • Remove the chicken and cut into bite size pieces.
  • Put back into the crock pot.
  • Add the cream cheese (cut into cubes to melt faster), and turn to high.
  • Heat until cream cheese melts, and blends into sauce.
  • Serve over rice.
  • Top with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.9, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 149.2, Sodium 1316.1, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 7.5, Protein 44.3

Tips:

  • Use a whole chicken for the most flavorful results. Spatchcocking the chicken (removing the backbone and flattening it) will help it cook more evenly.
  • Season the chicken liberally with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, garlic powder, or chili powder.
  • Roast the chicken in a hot oven (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Baste the chicken with the pan juices every 20 minutes or so to keep it moist.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe Chicken is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy a healthy meal. It can be served with a variety of sides, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

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