Chicken with Cheddar and Green Chilies
Transform dinner into a bold and flavorful experience with this irresistible Chicken with Cheddar and Green Chilies recipe. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then topped with vibrant green chilies and a perfectly melted layer of sharp cheddar cheese. Baked to tender, cheesy greatness, this easy, one-skillet dish is bursting with Tex-Mex-inspired flavors, thanks to the warming spices of cumin and garlic powder. With just 10 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp side salad, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness. A true crowd-pleaser, this cheesy chicken dish will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 4-ounce can canned diced green chilies
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and garlic powder.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear each side for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.
Top each chicken breast with an even amount of the canned diced green chilies, spreading them over the surface of the chicken. Then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the chilies.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.3 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 713 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 4063 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 246.3 g | 493% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 940 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1994 mg | 42% | |
*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.
