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Easy Baked Queso Chicken Recipe

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Easy Baked Queso Chicken is a delicious and simple dinner recipe featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with creamy queso dip and melted shredded cheese, baked to perfection for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Toppings

  • 1 cup queso dip
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to enhance the flavors.
  3. Arrange the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish, spaced evenly to allow for even cooking.
  4. Add queso dip: Spoon the queso dip evenly over each chicken breast, spreading it gently to cover the top.
  5. Top with shredded cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top of the queso-covered chicken breasts.
  6. Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

  • You can use any type of shredded cheese like Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or pepper jack to add different flavors.
  • Serve this dish with rice, tortillas, or a side salad for a complete meal.
  • For extra spice, add a pinch of chili powder or hot sauce to the queso dip before topping the chicken.
  • Make sure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking, or pound them gently if needed.

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