Description
This creamy jalapeño chicken is a simple, delicious dish that brings a bit of heat and lots of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 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
- This dish can be served with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Adjust the number of jalapeños according to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg