Description
Pollo Con Queso is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy cheese topping for a delightful flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a baking dish.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side salad.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illness.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with cheese topping
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg