Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Cheese recipe! Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a velvety cheddar and cream cheese sauce infused with garlic and paprika for a bold, savory kick. Tender broccoli florets are cooked right in the sauce, adding a nutritious boost to this one-pan dish. Topped with a bubbling layer of melted cheese and baked to perfection, this meal is both comforting and effortless, ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for busy families or anyone craving a keto-friendly, restaurant-quality meal at home, this recipe is a standout option for cozy dinners and easy cleanup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well incorporated. Reserve about 1/4 cup of cheese for topping.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the cheese sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the broccoli to begin softening.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the cheese and broccoli mixture.
Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese on top of the chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken breasts hot with the cheesy broccoli sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.3 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 910 mg | 303% | |
| Sodium | 4723 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 271.9 g | 544% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1497 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*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.
