Mesilla Chicken With Green Chile & Monterey Jack Recipe
Savor our Mesilla Chicken, grilled to perfection and topped with zesty green chile and melted Monterey Jack cheese.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
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Add Cheese and Bake
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chicken and green chile mixture. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with your choice of sides.
