Easy Queso Smothered Chicken Recipe - Guide Recipe
Easy Queso Smothered Chicken - Tex-Mex grilled chicken smothered in Queso and served over southwest seasoned orzo. SO quick and easy to make.This chicken is AMAZING! #queso #Quesochicken ##grilledchicken #texmex #easychickenrecipe #mexicanfood #mexicanrecipe #easychickenrecipe #maindish #easydinnerrecipe
Ingredients:
2 cups chicken broth
4 boneless chicken breasts , pounded to an even thickness
2 tsp Southwest Seasoning or chili powder
1 bottle Lawry's Baja Chipotle 30 minute marinade (or Mesquite)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup orzo
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 (8-oz) package Velveeta , diced
1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
Instructions:
First , pour Baja Chipotle Marinade over chicken and let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or overnight.
Then , when ready , grill chicken until done (165 degrees).
While the chicken is grilling prepare the orzo.
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add orzo.
Cook , stirring constantly , until lightly browned.
Stir in Southwestern Seasoning or chili powder , tomato paste and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low , cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Combine diced tomatoes & green chiles (undrained) and Velveeta in a medium bowl.
Heat on HIGH in the microwave in 30 second intervals until cheese is melted.
To assemble the Queso Smothered Chicken - place 1/4 of the orzo on a plate , top with grilled chicken.
Pour 3-4 Tbsp cheese dip over chicken and orzo.
Serve & enjoy!
Recipe adapted from: https://www.plainchicken.com/2012/10/queso-smothered-chicken.html