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Raw ingredients for creamy Mexican chicken including chicken breasts, Mexican cheese, cream cheese, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.

Creamy Mexican Chicken: An Easy, Cheesy Skillet Recipe

Creamy Mexican Chicken is a hearty, 30-minute rustic skillet meal. Enjoy golden-brown chicken pieces smothered in a thick, bubbly cheese sauce and topped with fresh tomatoes and cilantro.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Creamy Mexican Chicken Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (680g) cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning (15g)
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth (120ml)
  • 4 oz cream cheese (115g) softened
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream (120ml)
  • 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (170g)
  • 0.5 cup diced red tomatoes (100g)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (5g)

Equipment

  • 1 Dark Cast Iron Pan A 10-inch or 12-inch cast iron skillet is best for heat retention.
  • 1 Whisk For blending the cream sauce.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with taco seasoning. Heat olive oil in a cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Remove chicken to a plate.
  2. Lower heat to medium and pour in the chicken broth, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Add the softened cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet. Whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Return the golden-brown chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the top. Cover or broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is thick and vigorously bubbling.
  5. Remove from heat. Top with visible diced red tomatoes and freshly chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: Always use room-temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth sauce.
Tip 2: Grate your own Mexican cheese blend from a block for the best bubbly melt.