Irresistibly Cheesy Baked Queso Chicken Your Family Will Love
A flavorful Baked Queso Chicken dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners, combining juicy chicken, zesty salsa, and creamy queso.
Equipment
- oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts ensures a juicy, lean protein base
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder adds a fragrant kick
- 1 teaspoon onion powder provides a subtle sweetness
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika imparts a rich, smoky flavor
- 1 teaspoon cumin complements with warm notes
- ½ teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors
- ½ teaspoon black pepper adds mild heat
For the Toppings
- 1 cup salsa choose your favorite heat level
- 1 cup queso dip a creamy layer that makes the dish cheesy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese creates a gooey, melty topping
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro adds color and flavor
- sliced jalapeños optional for extra kick
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and rub the spice blend on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side.
- Pour salsa over the seared chicken.
- Spoon queso dip over the salsa-covered chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the queso dip.
- Bake in the oven for 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and optional jalapeños before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg
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