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Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1/4 cup diced green chilies (canned or fresh)
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce is straightforward. Follow these steps to make this incredible dish:

1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces and season with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4. Make Cheese Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and milk. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
5. Add Cheese and Chilies: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and diced green chilies into the cream mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Combine: Pour the cheese sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken completely.
7. Heat Through: Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat until the cheese sauce is heated through and bubbly.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating a wonderful dish that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 35g