Blue Cheese Pear Chicken
Indulge in the sophisticated flavors of Blue Cheese Pear Chicken, a standout dish that combines tender chicken breasts with the luscious sweetness of ripe Bosc pears and the bold, creamy tang of crumbled blue cheese. Perfectly seared and simmered in a rich thyme-infused cream sauce, this recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet notes. The addition of fresh thyme and a touch of chicken stock enhances the depth of flavor, while the melted blue cheese creates a luxurious finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this elegant meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at a dinner party. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or crusty bread for a complete and memorable dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 pieces ripe pears (such as Bosc), thinly sliced
- 0.75 cups blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 0.5 cups chicken stock
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet.
Once the butter has melted, add the sliced pears and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the chicken stock to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze the pan.
Stir in the heavy cream and fresh thyme, and lower the heat to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over the chicken and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
Serve the chicken on a plate with the sauce spooned over the top, garnished with extra thyme if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2886 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.5 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.1 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 923 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 5564 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 262.4 g | 525% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1090 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2657 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
