Description
Savor the bold flavors of tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy, spicy jalapeño cheddar sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Create the Cheesy Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and diced jalapeños. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble the Dish: Place seasoned chicken in the prepared baking dish and spread the cheesy mixture evenly over each breast.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve It Up: Let the dish rest for five minutes before serving. Drizzle any leftover cheesy goodness from the baking dish over the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices before cooking. - Swap out jalapeños for your favorite peppers or use pepper jack cheese for an extra kick. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth.