Include in Print View:

El Paso Chicken

El Paso Chicken recipe image
This El Paso Chicken is a comforting, one-pan dinner that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious blend of softened cream cheese, chunky salsa, and savory enchilada sauce. The result is a dish with a smooth, rich texture and bold Mexican-inspired flavors that are both familiar and exciting. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over rice or with warm tortillas for a complete family meal that everyone will love. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality dish right at home.
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 4502.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This El Paso Chicken is a comforting, one-pan dinner that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious blend of softened cream cheese, chunky salsa, and savory enchilada sauce. The result is a dish with a smooth, rich texture and bold Mexican-inspired flavors that are both familiar and exciting. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for busy weeknights when you want something hearty and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over rice or with warm tortillas for a complete family meal that everyone will love. Simple ingredients come together to create a restaurant-quality dish right at home.
Ingredients
  • 16 ounce Salsa; Old El Paso chunky
  • 3 ounce Cream cheese; softened
  • 10 ounce Enchilada sauce; Las Palmas
  • 4 Chicken Breast halves;
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease an 11x7-inch baking dish.
  2. 2
    Place the chicken breast halves in the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup of the chunky salsa until smooth.
  4. 4
    Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
  5. 5
    In a separate bowl, mix the remaining salsa with the enchilada sauce.
  6. 6
    Pour the salsa and enchilada sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are covered.
  7. 7
    Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
  8. 8
    Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to set slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4502.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 105.2g162%
Saturated Fat 63.0g315%
Cholesterol 261.0mg87%
Sodium 9369.0mg391%
Total Carbohydrate 1021.3g341%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g96%
Sugars 969.4g
Protein 33.7g68%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, mexican, creamy, salsa, enchilada, cream cheese, easy dinner, baked chicken, family meal, comfort food, one pan, quick recipes, spicy, cheesy, weeknight, el paso
Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/el-paso-chicken/