Description
Indulge in the warmth of this creamy jalapeño chicken skillet, where tender chicken meets a velvety, spicy sauce. With fresh jalapeños providing a kick, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will have your family eagerly gathering around the table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this one-pan wonder is quick to prepare, bursting with flavor and visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cooked pasta (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the jalapeños and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; add to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and chopped jalapeños to the skillet; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring gently; let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully combined.
- If using pasta, toss it into the skillet before serving. Garnish with additional jalapeños or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 160mg