Mexican Chicken Cheese Sauce
Mexican Chicken Cheese Sauce is a creamy, cheesy delight that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your table. Tender chicken breast melds beautifully with a rich sauce made from cream cheese and sharp cheddar, enhanced by zesty green chiles and fragrant garlic. This versatile dish can be served over warm tortillas, as a dip for chips, or layered in burritos, making it the perfect choice for game day gatherings or cozy family dinners. Experience the comforting embrace of this flavorful sauce, transforming any meal into a festive celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add softened cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese and diced green chiles; stir until fully melted into a creamy sauce.
- Slice rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with the cheese sauce.
- Serve hot with tortillas or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg