Easy Cheesy Chicken
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Cheesy Chicken recipe that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a rich and creamy cheese sauce. Infused with the savory goodness of garlic, cheddar, and Parmesan, this one-skillet wonder is as simple to prepare as it is satisfying. Ready in just 40 minutes, it features a velvety cheese sauce thickened to perfection, with a hint of paprika for a subtle kick. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and watch this family-friendly dish disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove any raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to ensure the sauce is smooth. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and creamy. Add a pinch of paprika for flavor and mix well.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the cheese sauce over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked through.
Serve the cheesy chicken warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.9 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 926 mg | 309% | |
| Sodium | 4889 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 292.4 g | 585% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2441 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2718 mg | 58% | |
*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.
