Jalapeno Chicken Skillet Meal

The Preparation

Chicken Meal:

• 16 ounce boneless + skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 16 ounce broccoli, chopped
• 1/2 medium red onion, diced
• 1 1/2 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded + diced
• 2 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
• 6 tablespoon heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 ounce cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Garnish:

• 1/2 medium jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1/4 medium red onion, diced

The Execution

1. Measure out and prepare all the ingredients.
2. In a bowl, combine the seasonings: cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined well.
3. Add olive oil to a skillet on medium heat.
4. Add the seasoning mixture onto the raw chicken.
5. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for 2-4 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165F. Remove the chicken and set aside.
6. Add butter, broccoli, onion, jalapeno pepper, and garlic to the skillet.
7. Stir this together and cook for 3-4 minutes.
8. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, and cream cheese to the vegetables and stir together. Lower the temperature to low.
9. Stir together until well combined. Add half of the shredded cheese and stir well.
10. Add the cooked chicken to the skillet then add the rest of the shredded cheese on top.
11. Don’t stir and put a lid over the skillet. Let this simmer for 7-8 minutes.
12. Garnish with jalapeno peppers and diced onions.

Notes