Creamy Baked Queso Chicken: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
Learn how to make Creamy Baked Queso Chicken with this simple recipe.
Equipment
- oven
- large oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup queso cheese dip
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup diced tomatoes with green chilies optional
- fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour the queso cheese dip over the seared chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken and queso mixture.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- If using, sprinkle diced tomatoes with green chilies over the chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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