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Keto Pollo Con Queso

Creamy Keto Pollo Con Queso for Effortless Dinner Bliss

Discover the culinary triumph of Keto Pollo Con Queso, a creamy, cheesy chicken dish ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for extra moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil any cooking oil can suffice.
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin can be omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder or 1/4 cup chopped onions.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika is a good alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper modify based on preference.
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces full-fat cream cheese low-fat options can be used.
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half if necessary.
  • 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese Monterey Jack is a gentler choice.
  • 4 ounces canned diced green chiles omit for a milder dish.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley if preferred.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Meat Thermometer
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
  2. Cut the chicken into cubes and toss them in the spice rub until fully coated. Allow to sit.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken cubes for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, and green chiles. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Gradually stir in shredded Pepper Jack cheese until melted into the sauce.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and mix gently until coated with the sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 500mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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