Queso-Smothered Chicken Breasts
Tex-mex · 35 min · Chicken · gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein
468 cal
40g protein
14g carbs
28g fat
per serving · estimated
Ingredients
- 4 (about 1.75 lb) Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz, cubed White American cheese
- 3/4 cup Whole milk
- 1 can (4 oz) Canned diced green chiles
- 1, diced Roma tomato
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tbsp Taco seasoning
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Method
- Season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high and sear the chicken until 165F internal, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Lower the heat, add the milk and American cheese to the skillet, and whisk until smooth, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the green chiles, diced tomato, and cumin to finish the queso.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the queso over each breast.
- Simmer 2 minutes to warm through, then serve.
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