Description
Creamy Asiago Chicken is a delectable dish that features juicy chicken breasts smothered in a velvety, rich Asiago cheese sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. The bold flavors of garlic and spices blend harmoniously with the creamy texture of the sauce, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with roasted vegetables for a complete meal that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown; set aside.
- 3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits.
- 4. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard (optional), seasonings, and Asiago cheese until smooth.
- 5. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over pieces, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg