Spicy Grilled Chicken with Homemade Cheddar Sauce
Whipping up some heat tonight with this Spicy Grilled Chicken with Homemade Cheddar Sauce! Perfect balance of spice and creamy goodness!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
Chicken:
- Mix together chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts thoroughly.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove from heat and let rest.
Cheese Sauce:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook until it starts to bubble around the edges.
- Gradually add milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
- Heat the mixture until hot enough to melt the cheese but not boiling.
- Gradually whisk in the cheese until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Stir in paprika, cayenne, and season with salt if needed.
- Serve the sauce hot over the grilled chicken.
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