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Mexican Chicken With Cheese Sauce

This Mexican Chicken with Cheese Sauce combines smoky, spicy, and creamy flavors. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are topped with rich cheddar cheese sauce and finished with fresh cilantro. It's a simple, comforting dish perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
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Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

For the Cheese Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix evenly over the chicken breasts.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
  • Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and garlic powder. Continue stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the chicken in the baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded Mexican cheese blend. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot!