Name: Green Chili and Cheese Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 4 oz diced green chilies; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil; Fresh cilantro for garnish

Green Chili and Cheese Chicken Recipe

Lona Mains Modified: July 16, 2024

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How To Make Green Chili and Cheese Chicken

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 oz diced green chilies
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned.
Transfer the chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet. Top each breast with a spoonful of diced green chilies, followed by a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Calories : 332kcal
Total Fat : 16g
Saturated Fat : 7g
Cholesterol : 108mg
Sodium : 810mg
Total Carbohydrates : 3g
Fiber : 1g
Sugar : 1g
Protein : 42g

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