Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce: Easy Comfort Food at Home
Enjoy a delicious Mexican chicken dish topped with creamy cheese sauce, perfect for a cozy meal at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and cover with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- This dish works well with any type of cheese you prefer.
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with cheese
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Mexican Chicken, Cheese Sauce, Comfort Food