Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce: Easy Indulgence for Dinner
A delicious and easy recipe for Mexican Chicken smothered in creamy cheese sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- 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
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- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning.
- Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
- Use any cheese you like, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Mexican Chicken, Cheese Sauce, Dinner, Easy Recipe