Creamy Poblano Chicken

This dish features tender chicken breasts smothered in a smooth, savory poblano cream sauce with a touch of spice from jalapeño and optional cheese on top. It pairs beautifully with cilantro lime rice, roasted veggies, or warm tortillas.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

  For the Sauce:

• 3 medium poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, de-seeded, and chopped

• ½ onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ fresh jalapeño, minced (seeds removed)

• 3 tbsp butter

• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups chicken broth

• ¼ cup heavy cream

• Salt and pepper, to taste

  Optional: Monterey Jack, Oaxaca, or Mozzarella cheese for topping

Directions

Prepare the Chicken:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

2. Season the chicken breasts with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

   Sauté the Vegetables:

3. In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced onion, chopped poblano peppers, and minced jalapeño. Sauté over medium heat until soft and fragrant, about 10 minutes.

4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes, being careful not to brown it.

   Make the Sauce:

5. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.

6. Transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream. Blend until smooth.

7. Return the sauce to the skillet and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly (3–5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

   Combine Chicken and Sauce:

8. Place the seared chicken breasts into the skillet with the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat until the chicken is fully cooked (5–10 minutes, depending on thickness). If desired, top with cheese and cover until melted.

   Serve hot with cilantro lime rice, roasted vegetables, or warm tortillas.