Description
This Jalapeno Chicken Cream Sauce is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, spicy sauce featuring fresh jalapenos and aromatic seasonings. Perfectly simmered to meld all flavors, this easy skillet recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting meal with a little kick.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup chicken broth
Cream Sauce
- 1 cup cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
Seasonings and Spices
- 1/2 cup jalapenos, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Broth: In a skillet over medium heat, add the shredded cooked chicken and chicken broth. Stir to combine and begin warming the chicken through.
- Add Cream and Cream Cheese: Add the cream and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has fully melted and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Jalapenos and Spices: Mix in the diced jalapenos along with garlic powder and onion powder. Stir well to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the sauce.
- Season the Sauce: Add salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Stir to integrate the seasonings into the sauce.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Use fresh jalapenos for optimal flavor and adjust the quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut that works well in this recipe.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer a bit longer or add a small amount of cornstarch slurry.
- This sauce pairs excellently with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- To reduce heat, remove the seeds from the jalapenos before dicing.
