Mexican Chicken With Cheese Sauce Recipe
This Mexican chicken with cheese sauce recipe is a deliciously cheesy and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, rich spices, and creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this easy recipe brings a taste of Mexico to your table in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping any bits off the pan.
- Add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese to the skillet, stirring until the cheese is melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the cheese sauce over them.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with diced tomatoes and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve over rice, with tortillas, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust spice levels by adding cayenne pepper or using milder cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg