Jalapeos Cream Cheese Chicken
Indulge in the bold, creamy flavors of this irresistible Jalapeños Cream Cheese Chicken, a perfect blend of heat and creaminess that will elevate any weeknight dinner. Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being smothered in a luscious cream cheese and jalapeño sauce, infused with garlic and paprika for an extra depth of flavor. Topped with bubbling shredded cheddar cheese and baked to tender perfection, this one-skillet dish is as easy as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and serve with your favorite sides like rice or roasted veggies for a complete meal. Perfect for spice lovers, this recipe is quick to prepare, bursting with flavor, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces Jalapeños, finely diced
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeños. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and smooth.
Gradually stir in the chicken broth, mixing until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top of each piece.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.3 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.3 g | 486% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1026 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 4903 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 263.5 g | 527% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1172 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2402 mg | 51% | |
*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.
