Easy Stovetop Salsa Chicken

For a quick, easy, and versatile dish ready with minimal effort- check out this easy stovetop salsa chicken! Super flavorful and perfect for tacos, enchiladas, salads, and more!

Prep:
5
minutes
Cook:
30
minutes
TOtal:
35
minutes

Ingredients

  • Olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 jar of salsa (about 16 oz.)

Instructions

  1. Heat a saucepan with 1-2 Tbsp. of olive oil over medium heat. Then, add the chicken and brown each side for about 5 minutes each. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Pour one jar of salsa (about 16 oz.) over the chicken. Next, cover with a lid and allow to simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Turn off the stove, remove the lid, and allow the chicken to cool slightly. Then, remove chicken from the pan and shred with two forks or a hand mixer. Return to the pan and stir with the salsa.