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Jalapeno Chicken: Discover a Spicy Delight Today!

A delicious and spicy dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy jalapeno cheese mixture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh jalapenos diced (about 4-6 jalapenos, depending on size)
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the jalapeno cheese mixture, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed chicken breastCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a milder version, remove the seeds from the jalapenos before dicing.
  • You can add diced tomatoes or corn to the cheese mixture for extra flavor and texture.

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