Description
Looking for a flavorful way to prepare your chicken breasts? You’re gonna love this delicious Monterey Jack Cheese Baked Chicken recipe by So Damn Delish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown, but not fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
- Prepare the Monterey Jack Cheese Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the seared chicken breasts back in the skillet (or transfer them to a baking dish if your skillet is not oven-safe). Spread the Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake: Place the skillet or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Side dish options to pair with Monterey Jack Cheese Baked Chicken:
- Roasted Garlic Parmesan Potatoes – crispy, savory, and perfectly complements the creamy chicken.
- Simple Green Salad – fresh, with a light lemon vinaigrette to balance the richness.
- Steamed Vegetables – broccoli, green beans, or carrots for a healthy, vibrant addition.
- Garlic Butter Rice – fluffy, aromatic rice to soak up the cheesy sauce.
- Sauteed Spinach – a quick and nutritious option with a hint of garlic for added flavor.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, you can add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sour cream and cheese mixture.
- Monterey Jack melts beautifully, so this dish will have a creamy, cheesy topping that’s both mild and delicious.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg