Chipotle Chicken with Tasso Cream Sauce

Spice up your next dinner with this bold and creamy Chipotle Chicken with Tasso Cream Sauce. Perfectly grilled chicken breasts are marinated in a smoky blend of chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, and smoked paprika for an irresistible kick of flavor. Topped with a rich, velvety cream sauce made from Tasso ham, heavy cream, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance between heat and indulgence. Ideal for impressing guests or elevating weeknight meals, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes. Serve it with rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luxurious cream sauce. Whether you're craving something spicy, creamy, or just plain delicious, this Chipotle Chicken with Tasso Cream Sauce is guaranteed to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle peppers can)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup Tasso ham, finely diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup chicken stock
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the chipotle marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and set aside to rest.

Step 4

While the chicken cooks, prepare the Tasso cream sauce. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced Tasso ham and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly browned and fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and integrated. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

To serve, plate the grilled chipotle chicken breasts and spoon the Tasso cream sauce generously over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1395.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2897.0

Total Fat 187.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1011.1mg	0%
Sodium 3974.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 256.6g	0%

Vitamin D 11.4IU	0%
Calcium 371.4mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2428.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 37.1%

Carbs: 2.1%