Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Creamy Asiago Chicken, a dish that elevates any meal with its luscious cheese sauce and tender chicken. Perfect for cozy dinners or elegant gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends without requiring hours in the kitchen. Experience a creamy masterpiece that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Asiago cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil.
- Sear each chicken breast for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer; gradually stir in heavy cream and Asiago cheese until melted.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet; cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
- If using spinach, add it just before serving to wilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 160mg