Description
Savory asiago chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort right to dinner tables. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and rich sauce combine for a luxurious meal that delights with each forkful.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Spices:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried basil (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a hint of spice)
Cooking and Sauce Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Asiago cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Transform chicken breasts with a delicate seasoning of salt and pepper, then delicately dust with a light flour coating, ensuring excess is gently shaken off.
- Ignite a large skillet with a harmonious blend of olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Gently place chicken breasts into the sizzling pan, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust. Cook until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F/74C, then carefully transfer the chicken to a waiting plate.
- Lower the skillet’s temperature and introduce minced garlic, releasing its aromatic essence for a brief moment. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, meticulously scraping up the flavorful browned bits clinging to the bottom. Introduce heavy cream, Asiago cheese, thyme, basil, and optional red pepper flakes, creating a luxurious sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer and gradually thicken, stirring consistently.
- Reunite the cooked chicken with the velvety sauce, gently coating each piece and allowing the flavors to harmonize during a short simmering dance.
- Present the dish with an elegant garnish of fresh parsley or basil, complemented by a bed of pasta, fluffy rice, or vibrant steamed vegetables for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Flour coating helps create a golden-brown crust and locks in chicken’s moisture, preventing dryness during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken is perfectly cooked without becoming tough or rubbery.
- Scraping browned bits from the skillet adds incredible depth and richness to the sauce, enhancing overall flavor profile.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt and use less cheese to reduce calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg