Ingredients
– 2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
– Optional: sliced jalapeños for added heat
Instructions
Creating Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce is straightforward. Follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add diced onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Create the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and diced tomatoes. Stir well, ensuring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Add the Chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir until the chicken is coated in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
5. Incorporate the Cheese: Sprinkle in the shredded cheese, stirring until it melts and blends into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; add more salt or spices to suit your preference.
7. Garnish: Once the cheese is fully melted and incorporated, remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and if desired, sliced jalapeños.
8. Serve Warm: The dish is ready to be served. Enjoy the warm, gooey deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 42g