Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated jack cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onion and green bell pepper until softened.
- Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Transfer chicken to the baking dish; top with sautéed veggies and sprinkle jack cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While baking, mix sour cream, chili powder, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve hot with sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of smothered chicken (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg