Cheesy Chipotle Chicken

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Satisfy your craving for bold and creamy flavors with this irresistible Cheesy Chipotle Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and smothered in a luscious, smoky chipotle cheese sauce made with cheddar, heavy cream, and chipotle peppers in adobo. With a hint of garlic and warming spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this one-pan wonder achieves the perfect balance of spice and richness. Baked to tender, juicy perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a standout dish that pairs beautifully with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for fans of cheesy chicken dishes and smoky chipotle flavors!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

3. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, heavy cream, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

7. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top of the chicken.

8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

9. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

10. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (331.2g)

Calories		736
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		47.4 g	61%
	Saturated Fat	23.9 g	119%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		253 mg	84%
Sodium		1056 mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate		4.6 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.7 g	2%
	Total Sugars	0.7 g
Protein		65.6 g	131%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		338 mg	26%
Iron		2.3 mg	13%
Potassium		547 mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1705 cal (60.3%%)

Protein: 1049 cal (37.1%%)

Carbs: 73 cal (2.6%%)