Cheesy Enchilada Chicken
Dive into the irresistible flavors of Cheesy Enchilada Chicken, a quick and easy one-skillet dish that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with the zesty punch of enchilada sauce and a gooey duo of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Infused with a spice blend of garlic powder, cumin, and paprika, the chicken is first seared for a golden crust, then baked to perfection with a blanket of bubbling cheese. This family-friendly recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight comfort food. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for an extra burst of flavor, and serve it alongside rice or a fresh salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for lovers of Tex-Mex and cheesy chicken dinners, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and set them aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Season both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the skillet.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 873 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 7170 mg | 312% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 280.6 g | 561% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1877 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*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.
