Description
Sizzling Mexican chicken with cheese sauce brings bold flavors from authentic Mexican kitchens. Creamy melted cheese and tender spiced chicken create a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced jalapenos (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Blend chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a robust seasoning mixture for the chicken breasts.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet at medium heat, then carefully place seasoned chicken and cook approximately 6-8 minutes per side until achieving a golden exterior and ensuring complete internal cooking.
- Without cleaning the skillet, pour heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking gently to create a smooth liquid base.
- Gradually incorporate shredded cheese, stirring consistently until achieving a silky, uniform cheese sauce with rich consistency.
- Consider enhancing sauce complexity by adding diced tomatoes or chopped jalapenos for additional depth and subtle heat.
- Gently reintroduce cooked chicken into the skillet, delicately coating each piece with the warm, velvety cheese sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro across the dish for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch before serving immediately while sauce remains warm and creamy.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for more tender, juicy meat that absorbs spices more effectively.
- Create a low-carb version by using full-fat cream cheese instead of shredded cheese for a richer, thicker sauce.
- Enhance protein variety by substituting chicken with grilled fish or shrimp for a seafood twist on this Mexican-inspired dish.
- Prevent cheese sauce from separating by removing skillet from heat and adding cheese gradually while stirring constantly, ensuring smooth and creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg