Pour this 1 creamy mixture over chicken breasts into a baking dish for an easy oven meal that’s shockingly craveable

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray so the chicken doesn’t stick.

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. If any pieces are very thick, you can pound them to an even thickness so they cook more evenly.

In a medium mixing bowl, add the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green chiles, taco seasoning, lime juice, salt (if using), and black pepper.

Stir the mixture until everything is well combined and evenly coated in the seasoning. It should be thick, creamy, and spoonable.

Using a spatula or spoon, pour this creamy mixture over the chicken breasts in the baking dish, spreading it out so each piece is completely covered. It’s fine if some of the chicken peeks through on the sides; the sauce will melt and spread as it bakes.

Place the baking dish on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. Thinner chicken breasts will cook faster; thicker ones may need the full time.

Once done, remove the baking dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes so the juices settle and the sauce thickens slightly.

Sprinkle the top with chopped fresh cilantro if you like, and serve the chicken with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing over each portion.

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