Mexican Chicken With Cheese Sauce Recipe
Enjoy this easy and flavorful Mexican chicken with cheese sauce recipe! Juicy chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, cheesy sauce packed with spices make the perfect family meal. Serve it with rice, tortillas, or veggies for a satisfying dinner with authentic Mexican flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add heavy cream. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded Mexican cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the cheese sauce over them. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to let flavors combine.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use any cheese blend you prefer for the sauce, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg