Description
Indulge in this creamy, cheesy Mexican Chicken Cheese Sauce that’s bursting with flavor—perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the onion and green bell pepper into small pieces and mince the garlic.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let it rest before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until soft, about five minutes. Add minced garlic during the last minute to avoid burning.
- Make It Cheesy: Lower the heat and add softened cream cheese. Gradually stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, adding chicken broth to reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Spice It Up: Add cumin and chili powder, adjusting salt to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Combine Everything: Return diced chicken to the skillet, mixing well so that each piece is coated in the cheesy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with sautéed vegetables or beans. - Adjust spice levels by adding more or less cumin and chili powder according to your preference. - This dish can easily be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.