Description
A delightful dish that transforms average chicken breasts into a gourmet treat with a rich and creamy cheese sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and becomes smooth.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over them. Bake for about 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Use high-quality cheese for the best flavor. Consider serving with mashed potatoes or steamed broccoli for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 200mg