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Juicy Jalapeno Chicken with Cheese - Recipe

A recipe for juicy chicken breast smothered in sliced jalapeno peppers, garlic-infused spinach, fresh tomato and topped with melted Muenster cheese.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, chicken breast, jalapenos
Servings: 1
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 jalapeno pepper sliced into rings
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
  • 1 chicken breast thawed and sliced lengthwise, thin
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasonings
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • 1 slice Muenster or provolone cheese

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add olive oil. Add jalapeno peppers and cook about 5 minutes, flipping them through, until softened and starting to char. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • To the pan, add spinach and garlic. Toss and cook a couple minutes, until spinach is cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Pound the chicken flat with a tenderizer or rolling pin to about a half inch thick.
  • Season the chicken with Cajun seasonings, salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Sear about 2 minutes each side, then reduce heat to low and cook until chicken is done throughout. Use a bit of cooking spray to avoid sticking if needed.
  • Top chicken with spinach, tomato slices and jalapeno pepper slices, then top with a half slice of cheese.
  • Cover the pan until cheese is melted. Serve!

Notes

Heat Factor: Medium. You'll get some good heat from the jalapeno peppers. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 543mg | Potassium: 1538mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 7735IU | Vitamin C: 49.1mg | Calcium: 281mg | Iron: 3.5mg