Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce, made with tender chicken and a creamy cheddar sauce that’s perfect for a quick dinner!
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 with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let rest to meld flavors.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden on both sides and cooked through. Set aside to rest.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in the flour until a smooth paste forms. Cook until lightly golden and fragrant.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Once thickened, stir in salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika until creamy.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and smooth.
- Serve the chicken with the cheese sauce poured over top, garnish with parsley or cilantro.
Notes
For peak flavor, let the chicken marinate in the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Using fresh cheddar cheese yields the best texture and flavor in the sauce.
Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1060mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 122mg