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One Pan Creamy Queso Chicken — homemade creamy queso chicken recipe

One Pan Creamy Queso Chicken

A delicious, simple one-pan dinner featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy cheddar queso sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, then remove from the pan.
  4. Lower the heat, pour in the heavy cream, and stir in the shredded cheddar until melted into a smooth, glossy queso sauce.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece thoroughly in the creamy sauce.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the chicken is fully cooked through before returning it to the sauce to maintain food safety.