Matagorda Fire

Ignite your taste buds with "Matagorda Fire," a sizzling Tex-Mex-inspired dish that combines smoky heat, creamy indulgence, and vibrant flavors in every bite. Juicy seared chicken breasts are marinated in a bold blend of chipotle peppers, garlic, lime, and spices before being baked to perfection under a blanket of melted Monterey Jack cheese and rich heavy cream. Topped with fresh cilantro and a hint of jalapeño heat, this irresistible skillet meal is served with crisp tortilla chips to scoop up every drop of the creamy, spicy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, "Matagorda Fire" is a quick and easy recipe ready in just 35 minutes, bringing bold Southwestern flair straight to your table. Keywords: Tex-Mex chicken recipe, creamy chipotle sauce, skillet dinner, spicy chicken, easy weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 1 piece Jalapeño
• 2 cups Tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the chipotle peppers, garlic, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until a smooth marinade forms.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Let this sit for at least 10 minutes or up to 1 hour if time allows.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium, pour in the heavy cream, and sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chicken.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 7

While the chicken cooks, finely chop the cilantro and slice the jalapeño into thin rounds.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the cilantro and jalapeño slices over the top for garnish.

Step 9

Serve the chicken immediately with tortilla chips on the side for scooping up the creamy, spicy sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1214.3 grams (1214.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2766

Total Fat 157.20g	202%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.40g
Cholesterol 792mg	264%
Sodium 4361mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 75.20g	27%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 251.00g	502%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1069mg	82%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 667mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 11.1%