Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream
Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream brings smoky ancho chile and warm spices to tender grilled breasts, finished with melted Monterey Jack. A cool, tangy cilantro-lime cream balances the heat, while fresh avocado and tomato add brightness. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout when you want bold Tex-Mex flavors with a creamy finish.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Set chicken breasts between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a sturdy, flat surface. Using the smooth side of a meat mallet, pound the chicken to an even thickness.
- 2
In a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag, combine orange juice, vinegar, chili powder, oregano, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon. Carefully squeeze the bag to mix the ingredients well. Add chicken, press out as much air as possible, and seal. Gently move the chicken around in the bag to coat it with the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours and up to 4 hours.
- 3
Meanwhile, prepare the cilantro cream. In a blender or small food processor, combine sour cream, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and red pepper flakes. Purée until the sauce is smooth and speckled with bits of cilantro. Refrigerate, covered, until needed.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat (375 to 400 degrees F (190 to 200 degrees C)). Using tongs, lightly oil the grates with an oil-soaked paper towel. Place the marinated chicken directly over the heat and grill until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 5
Transfer to a serving platter and place a cheese slice on each chicken breast; let it melt from the chicken’s heat. To serve, spoon about 1/2 cup cilantro cream sauce onto each plate. Add the chicken; garnish with avocado, tomato, cilantro sprigs, and lime slices.
- Calories 1380.45 kcal High
- Protein 113.31 g Good Source
- Carbs 22.86 g Moderate
- Total Fat 90.38 g High
- Saturated Fat 49.45 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 386.73 mg High
- Sodium 1651.24 mg High
- Fiber 4.26 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.41 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.54 g Low Source
- Calcium 2001.58 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.79 mg Good Source
- Potassium 650.48 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 55.47 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 40.18 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 2.3 mcg Moderate
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Laredo Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 18 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Ancho Chile Powder, Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, and Black Pepper. Each serving provides about 1380.45 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream made of?
- The main ingredients are Ancho Chile Powder, Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast. The full list of 18 is above.
- What goes well with Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream?
- About 35 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1380.45 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Laredo-Style Chicken with Cilantro Cream easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 5 steps.
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