Description
Bring the bold, vibrant flavors of Mexico to your dinner table with this easy and irresistible Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce. Juicy, spiced chicken breasts topped with a rich, creamy cheese sauce make this dish a standout for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken:
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Squeeze lime juice over the chicken during the last minute of cooking. Remove chicken and set aside, covering to keep warm.
- Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Lower heat and stir in shredded cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Place cooked chicken breasts on a serving plate. Generously pour cheese sauce over each piece.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Cook Perfect Chicken: Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking and ensure juicy chicken.
- Adjust Spice Level: Add cayenne or hot sauce to the cheese sauce for extra heat.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh lime juice and high-quality cheese make a big difference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican