Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos Recipe

A quick and easy recipe for juicy chicken breasts topped with a creamy, spicy jalapeño sauce! Inspired by Sue B. Huffman of the Lady's Home Journal, this 30-minute meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Customize the spice level with fresh jalapeños (1-2) or a 4-ounce can of diced green chilies.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 177 kcal
Protein 35g
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Ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos

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How to Make Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos

  1. Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy pan.
  2. If using fresh jalapeños: wash, dry, and remove seeds and membranes (for less heat). If using canned chilies: drain and rinse.
  3. Finely chop jalapeños or chilies.
  4. In a small bowl, combine shredded cheese, chopped chilies, cilantro, and sour cream. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Preheat broiler to high.
  6. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil.
  7. Season both sides of chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Sear chicken breasts for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. (Internal temp should reach 165°F).
  10. Transfer chicken breasts to the prepared broiler pan.
  11. Top each chicken breast with a generous spoonful of the sour cream mixture.
  12. Broil 4-5 inches from the heating element for 3-5 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and lightly browned.
  13. Carefully remove from broiler and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

29g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos?

Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos?

Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos has approximately 177 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos?

The key ingredients for Chicken Breasts With Sour Cream And Jalapenos are Jalapenos, Monterey Jack Cheese, Cilantro, Sour Cream, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Fresh Ground Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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