Description
Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with this delicious Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce. Tender chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of spices, baked to perfection, and smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce. This dish is a perfect combination of savory and spicy, guaranteed to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
For Garnish and Serving:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Sear seasoned chicken in a skillet until golden, then bake in the oven until cooked through.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, and cream cheese. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted. Thicken with cornstarch if needed.
- Assemble Dish: Pour cheese sauce over cooked chicken, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with Mexican rice, black beans, or roasted vegetables.
- For a spicier sauce, try using pepper jack or queso blanco cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with cheese sauce
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
