Cheesy Green Chili Chicken Skillet Dinner
Green chili chicken skillet: master this incredible, cheesy one-pan dinner in under 30 minutes. Creamy, spicy, and packed with flavor, it's a perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or preferred cooking oil)
- ½ cup onion (diced)
- 1 4-ounce can green chilies (drained)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create four thinner cutlets. Season evenly with cumin and chili powder.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side until browned, then remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in green chilies, heavy cream, chicken broth, and softened cream cheese. Reduce heat to low.
- Stir until cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Add 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for 6-8 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your cheesy green chili chicken skillet!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.