Name: Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 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

Description

This Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines perfectly seasoned chicken breasts with a rich, velvety cheese sauce. It’s simple to prepare and makes for a delightful quick dinner that’s sure to impress. Ideal for anyone looking for a comforting and flavorful homemade meal!

Ingredients

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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

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Instructions

Coat chicken breasts evenly with spices: chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let rest while preparing cheese sauce.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on each side until golden and cooked through. Set aside to rest.
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour to form a smooth paste, cooking until golden and aromatic.
Slowly add milk, whisking to prevent lumps. As it heats, it thickens. Stir in salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika until blended.
Remove from heat and gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Plate chicken and pour cheese sauce generously over each piece. Garnish with parsley or cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate in spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Using freshly shredded cheese enhances the texture and flavor of the sauce.
Feel free to adjust the spice levels by adding more or less cayenne pepper.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 43g
Cholesterol: 105mg