Description
Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a delectable and easy-to-make dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a creamy, cheesy sauce inspired by the classic Italian pasta. In just under 35 minutes, you can whip up this gourmet meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The rich flavors of Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper create an irresistible sauce that clings beautifully to the chicken. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, this dish is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for comforting Italian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper (plus more for serving)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked; transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, melt butter, then add heavy cream. Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, plate the chicken and drizzle extra sauce on top, garnishing with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 165mg