Description
Experience the warmth of Mexican Chicken with Cheese, a comforting dish perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 breasts or thighs Boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter or oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter or oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Cook for about 6–8 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Stir constantly for about 3–5 minutes until the cheese melts into a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, carefully coating each piece in the cheese sauce. Allow to simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Plate the chicken draped in cheese sauce and sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top. Serve hot.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg