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This Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce is a flavorful, comforting dish with perfectly seasoned chicken and a creamy, cheesy sauce. Topped with fresh garnishes like cilantro, jalapeños, and tomatoes, it’s sure to become a favorite! Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheese Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green chiles
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish:

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Sliced jalapeños
  • Diced tomatoes

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 7-8 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

2️⃣ Make the Cheese Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese and chopped green chiles until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3️⃣ Serve:
Place the cooked chicken on a serving plate. Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the chicken. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and diced tomatoes.

Notes

🍽️ Enjoy:

This Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce is rich, savory, and full of bold flavors. The creamy cheese sauce pairs perfectly with the spiced chicken, and the fresh toppings add a nice contrast.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 450 kcal per serving

This dish is perfect for a cozy meal, full of flavor and perfect for any night of the week! Enjoy!

  • Author: niold.com