White Cheddar Chicken
Indulgent and packed with flavor, White Cheddar Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This silky, cheesy dish features tender, golden pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a luscious white cheddar cheese sauce infused with garlic, creamy Dijon mustard, and a hint of parsley for a fresh finish. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe combines rich textures and bold flavors to create a hearty meal that feels gourmet without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or alongside crusty bread to soak up every bite of the velvety sauce. Perfect for cheese lovers and those seeking an elevated chicken dinner, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded white cheddar cheese and Dijon mustard. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the cheese sauce.
Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.3 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.4 g | 547% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1074 mg | 358% | |
| Sodium | 5221 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 265.2 g | 530% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1347 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2339 mg | 50% | |
*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.
