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green chicken chili, an easy cheesy chicken and chili recipe that is absolutely delicious

Green Chili Chicken

Green Chili Chicken is the perfect recipe for a weekday dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
4 People

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 cans of green chilis
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese
  • 1 tsp pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil on med-high
  • Saute the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees fahrenheit. Remove and set aside
  • Add the onion and saute for about 3 minutes or until translucent
  • Add the garlic and saute for an additional 30 seconds
  • Add the green chilis, salt, pepper, and cream cheese 
  • Stir while allowing the cream cheese to melt, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low
  • Add the chicken back to the skillet, top with the Monterey Jack cheese, cover and let the cheese melt for about 3 minutes
  • Top with green onions and serve on rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes