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Creamy Mexican Chicken - Easy Cheesy Chicken Dinner Recipe

This creamy Mexican chicken recipe brings Tex-Mex flavors to your table with tender chicken in a rich cheese sauce. It's a one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced green chilies
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute until bubbly. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheeses until melted and smooth. Add diced green chilies, cumin, and chili powder. Stir until well combined.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the cheese sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through. Serve immediately with rice or tortillas.

Notes

For the creamiest sauce, shred your own cheese instead of using pre-shredded varieties. Adjust heat level by using mild green chilies for family-friendly version or adding cayenne pepper for extra spice. Cooking chicken and sauce in the same pan captures flavorful browned bits for richer sauce and easier cleanup.