Description
Enjoy the irresistible flavor of Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce, featuring tender chicken, a creamy cheese sauce, and bold spices. A quick, satisfying meal for any night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Coat the chicken breasts with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Set aside to rest.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in flour to form a roux, cooking until golden.
- Gradually whisk in milk to thicken the sauce, then add salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Plate the chicken and pour cheese sauce over it, garnishing with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
If you prefer a spicy kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the sauce.
Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with cheese sauce
- Calories: 515
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg