Name: Baked Chicken with Plum Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 lime, zested and juiced; 4 chicken drumsticks; 4 chicken thighs; salt to taste; 1 pinch garlic pepper seasoning, or to taste; 4 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 0.5 red onion, chopped; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 lime, juiced; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this baked chicken, infused with garlic and lime, and crowned with a zesty plum tomato salsa. A delightful dish that's both light and satisfying!

Follow The Directions

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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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In a large bowl, whisk together the spicy brown mustard, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime zest, and lime juice until well combined.

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Season the chicken drumsticks and thighs generously with salt and garlic pepper seasoning.

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Add the seasoned chicken to the bowl with the mustard mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. (5 minutes)

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Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.

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Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is golden brown and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, approximately 40 minutes. (40 minutes)

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While the chicken is baking, prepare the plum tomato salsa. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped plum tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, red onion, and fresh cilantro.

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Season the salsa with salt and the juice of 1 lime. Mix gently to combine. (10 minutes)

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Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the oven.

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Serve the baked chicken immediately, drizzling the pan juices over each piece. Top with a generous portion of the fresh plum tomato salsa and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy! (5 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the chicken in the mustard-lime mixture for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, in the refrigerator.
Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper in the salsa according to your preference for spice.
Serve with your favorite sides, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables, to create a complete and balanced meal.
Leftover baked chicken and salsa can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken before serving and add the fresh salsa just before serving.