Easy Cheesy Chicken Dinner
A comforting and easy weeknight meal featuring seared chicken breasts topped with a silky sharp cheddar and parmesan cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Lean and high protein. Slice in half for even cooking if large.
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated Buy a block and grate it yourself for better texture.
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated Adds depth and umami.
- 1 cup heavy cream Full-fat recommended for velvety sauce.
- 2 tablespoons butter Use salted or unsalted based on preference.
- to taste salt and pepper Simple seasoning that enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry to ensure a good sear.
Cooking
- In a heavy skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and sear for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside, tenting with foil.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up the brown bits.
- Stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the cheese sauce, and warm through.
- Serve immediately with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
For a lighter option, swap heavy cream for half-and-half plus cornstarch. For variation, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach, or serve with garlic bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 50gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 800mgSugar: 3g
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