Queso Baked Chicken: A Flavor-Packed Family Favorite

Queso Baked Chicken is a comforting dish combining tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and creamy queso sauce, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Breasts skinless and boneless
1 tablespoon Chili Powder or smoked paprika for a twist
1 teaspoon Cumin or coriander as an alternative
1 teaspoon Salt to taste

For the Vegetables

2 cups Roma Tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
1 cup Mild Green Chiles or jalapeños for spice

For the Sauce

2 cups Chile Con Queso Sauce store-bought or homemade

For the Topping

1 cup Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack as substitute
1 tablespoon Parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

Baking dish

Method

Instructions for Queso Baked Chicken

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish and season with chili powder, cumin, and salt.
Layer half of the diced tomatoes and green chiles over the chicken.
Spread the chile con queso sauce over the layered chicken and vegetables.
Top with the remaining diced tomatoes and green chiles.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Check chicken temperature to ensure it's cooked properly. Adjust spice levels according to taste.

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