Description
This creamy jalapeño chicken dish is perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner. Enjoy the blend of cream cheese, cheddar, and spices!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 pieces fresh jalapeños, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden and no longer pink inside, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and chopped jalapeños; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Lower heat and stir in cream cheese until melted.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with rice or tortillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg