Mexican Chicken With Cheese Sauce Recipe
This Mexican chicken with cheese sauce recipe is a flavorful and cheesy dish made with tender chicken, spices, and a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for Mexican-inspired dinners, it's easy to prepare and a favorite for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup diced green chilies
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat, stirring in cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and diced green chilies. Cook until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cheese sauce.
- Serve with rice, tortillas, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg