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Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken dish garnished with herbs

Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken

A quick and comforting skillet dish featuring seared chicken breasts in a rich and creamy Monterey Jack cheese sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup freshly grated Monterey Jack cheese Grate finely for faster melting.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Heavy cream yields the best silkiness.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Helps control the final salt level.
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or oregano Use thyme for a woodsy note or oregano for a brighter finish.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat.
Cooking
  1. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Adjust time for thickness.
  2. Remove chicken and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  3. Sprinkle the garlic powder into the hot skillet. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, pour in the heavy cream, and stir until it starts to thicken (about 1 to 2 minutes).
  5. Gradually add grated Jack cheese a handful at a time until the sauce is smooth and glossy. Adjust consistency with broth if too thick.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and warm through for 1 minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 42gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve warm over rice or pasta. This dish can be paired with a side salad for freshness or garlic mashed potatoes for a hearty meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container within two hours of cooking and consume within 3 to 4 days.

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