Description
Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce offers an incredible flavor experience with tender chicken breasts and a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce that’s easy to prepare. This mouthwatering dish is perfect for a quick dinner or comforting meal any day of the week.
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
- Evenly coat the chicken breasts with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let it rest while preparing the cheese sauce.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil. Sear the chicken breasts on each side until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside to rest.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking until golden and nutty.
- Slowly add milk to the roux, whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until thickened, then add salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika, mixing well.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
- Serve the chicken, drizzling the creamy cheese sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
Using freshly shredded cheese enhances the texture and richness of the sauce.
This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg