Best 4 Chi Chis Salsa Copycat Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of Chi-Chi's salsa, meticulously recreated in this collection of delectable recipes. Experience the perfect balance of spicy and tangy, with a delightful blend of tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and a secret blend of herbs and spices that makes Chi-Chi's salsa a Tex-Mex classic. From the classic restaurant-style salsa to variations like roasted tomato salsa and pineapple salsa, these recipes capture the essence of Chi-Chi's salsa, ensuring an explosion of flavor in every bite. Whether you're hosting a party, craving a movie night snack, or simply looking to spice up your meals, these Chi-Chi's salsa copycat recipes will surely satisfy your cravings.

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:

  • To achieve the perfect balance of flavors, use a combination of fresh, ripe tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice.
  • If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños before chopping them.
  • For a smokier flavor, roast the tomatoes and onions before blending them.
  • Add a touch of honey or agave nectar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Serve Chi-Chi's salsa copycat with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or enchiladas.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant flavors and versatile applications, Chi-Chi's salsa copycat is a must-try for any salsa enthusiast. Whether you enjoy it as a dip, a condiment, or a marinade, this recipe delivers an authentic Mexican taste experience. So, gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and enjoy the deliciousness of homemade Chi-Chi's salsa!

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