Baked Queso Chicken: Cheesy Comfort in Every Bite
Baked Queso Chicken is a creamy, cheesy dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into delicious comfort food.
Equipment
- oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauces
- 1 cup salsa Choose your favorite variety
- 1 cup queso dip
For the Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- to taste sliced jalapeños Optional
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side.
- Remove from heat and pour salsa over the seared chicken.
- Spoon the queso dip over the salsa-covered chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the queso dip.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro and optional jalapeños before serving.
Notes
Enjoy this meal with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete dinner experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
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