Mexican Grilled Chicken W/ Homemade Cheese Sauce

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Rest Time 30 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Calories: 215 kcal
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free
Ingredients
    For the Chicken
  • 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 pounds)
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin (ground)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (plain & unsweetened)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Mix together your seasonings for the chicken & season both sides of the chicken breasts.

  2. 2

    Heat up a nonstick grilling pan or grill over medium to high heat (mine is by Anolon), and grill your chicken until done (internal temperature of 165°F). Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a medium sized sauce pot, melt your butter over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add in the milk, whisking to combine as you go. Continue to whisk until heated through & SLIGHTLY bubbly, but NOT boiling. It needs to be hot enough to melt the cheese, but not boiling.

  5. 5

    Start whisking in your cheese in small amounts at a time until all of the cheese has been mixed in.

  6. 6

    Stir in your seasonings. Serve hot over the chicken & some rice if desired & enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 4 ounces chicken plus sauce divided into 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 285kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.4g20%
Saturated Fat 5.7g29%
Cholesterol 118.3mg40%
Sodium 737.8mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 2.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 39.5g79%

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

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