Description
Easy Baked Queso Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful baked chicken dish with a touch of spice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or family meal, topped with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeños for heat.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (about 2 lb)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp chili seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce)
- 2 cups cheese sauce (Tostitos Medium Con Queso)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium tomato, finely diced
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 diced jalapeño for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix cumin, salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, oregano, and chili seasoning. Rub mixture over chicken breasts.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken on both sides until lightly browned (optional step for extra flavor).
- Place chicken in a baking dish. Pour olive oil and cheese sauce over chicken.
- Add diced onion and tomato on top of cheese sauce.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Remove from oven, garnish with chopped cilantro and optional jalapeño slices, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, leave in jalapeño seeds.
- Serve with rice, tortillas, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Baked
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired