Chicken Breasts With Spicy Cheddar Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts With Spicy Cheddar Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: oil; 1 green pepper, sliced thin; 2 jalapenos, minced; 3 cloves garlic, sliced thin; 4 chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 ½ cups milk; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Tabasco sauce

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Lightly oil a baking pan.
3
Place the green pepper, a quarter of the jalepeno, and the garlic in a pan and toss gently to coat with oil and push the vegetables to the side of the pan.
4
Add chicken and turn the chicken to coat with oil.
5
Place the vegetables on the chicken and bake 30 minutes.
6
While chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a sauce pan.
7
Add the flour and cook 2-3 minutes until lightly browned, then add the milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
8
Add the cheese and turn off the heat.
9
Add the rest of the jalepeno and the Tabasco and stir well.
10
Let cool until chicken has finished baking.
11
Drain fat off the chicken, and pour the cheese sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and bake 30 more minutes.

423

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: oil, 1 green pepper, sliced thin, 2 jalapenos, minced, 3 cloves garlic, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts With Spicy Cheddar Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Breasts With Spicy Cheddar Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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