Pollo Cremoso (High-Protein Mexican Creamy Chicken)

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (Cubed)
• 1 tbsp avocado oil (For cooking)
• 0.5 white onion (Sliced)
• 3 jalapeños (Sliced; reserve some sliced jalapeño for finishing)
• 0.5 cup Mexican crema
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (Used in the blended sauce)
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder (For seasoning the chicken and sauce)
• 1 tsp onion powder (For seasoning the chicken)
• 0.5 tsp chicken bouillon (Add to the blender)
• salt and black pepper (To taste)
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro (Add to the blender)
• sliced jalapeño (For topping; amount not specified)
• lime juice (Optional; amount not specified)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the cubed chicken breast with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, coating the pieces evenly.

2. 2

   Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet.

4. 4

   Using the same skillet, add the sliced onion and jalapeños. Sauté until fragrant.

5. 5

   Set half of the sautéed onion and jalapeño mixture aside. Transfer the remaining half to a blender.

6. 6

   Add the Greek yogurt, Mexican crema, fresh cilantro, and chicken bouillon to the blender. Blend until combined into a creamy sauce. Add optional lime juice if desired.

7. 7

   Return the seared chicken to the skillet with the reserved sautéed onion and jalapeño mixture.

8. 8

   Pour the blended creamy sauce over the chicken and vegetables.

9. 9

   Lower the heat, then add the shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced jalapeño topping.

10. 10

    Cover the skillet and cook for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese has melted through and the chicken is coated in the creamy sauce.

11. 11

    Serve the creamy chicken as is, or pair it with rice and a side salad.

Notes

The creator describes this as suitable for lunch or dinner and suggests serving it with rice and a side salad.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• high-protein
• Mexican
• low-carb
• skillet
• creamy
• chicken
• gluten-free