Today, we have a delicious and easy-to-prepare recipe that will have your taste buds dancing around your mouth – Creamy Chipotle Chicken with Cilantro Rice & Cotija Cheese.
Creamy Chipotle Chicken with Cilantro Rice & Cotija Cheese
Looking for a new twist on a classic chicken recipe? This Creamy Chipotle Chicken is the perfect option. Serve it up with some delicious Cilantro Rice & Cotija Cheese and you have a meal that will leave your guests begging for more.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup cilantro
- 1 cup rice
- 1/2 cup Cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime
Instructions
- 1. Begin by seasoning both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder and smoked paprika
- 2. Heat up a large skillet over medium-high heat with the olive oil.
- 3. Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes per side or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- 4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, add the cilantro and juice from 1/2 a lime to the rice and mix well.
- 5. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, heavy cream, and juice from the other half of the lime. Bring everything to a simmer and cook for approximately 5 minutes.
- 6. Once the sauce has thickened up, remove it from the heat and set aside.
- 7. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet and place it onto a cutting board. Cut the chicken breasts into small pieces.
- 8. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the chipotle cream sauce you just prepared. Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until everything is heated through.
- 9. Serve the chicken alongside the cilantro rice and sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese on top.
In summary, this recipe is simple to follow and takes less than an hour to make. The combination of the smoky, spicy chipotle sauce, the creamy cotija cheese, and the zesty cilantro rice makes for a truly delicious meal that your family and friends are sure to enjoy. So go ahead and give it a try, your taste buds will thank you!