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Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce

A quick and delicious meal featuring seasoned chicken topped with creamy cheese sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cheese sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • as needed olive oil for cooking
  • as needed chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken, cover, and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until heated through.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Notes

For best flavor, ensure the chicken is well-seasoned. You can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken to save time. For added spice, incorporate jalapeños or hot sauce into the cheese sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.