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One Pan Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken: Quick and Delicious!

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring cheesy jalapeño chicken, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup fresh jalapeños sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced jalapeños, corn, and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the creamy mixture over the top. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the chicken.
  7. 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).
  8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, leave some seeds in the jalapeños or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Substitute the cheddar cheese with pepper jack for an extra kick of flavor.

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