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Creamy Asiago Chicken

Creamy Asiago Chicken
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Creamy Asiago Chicken is a quick and elegant dinner idea featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a luscious Asiago cheese cream sauce. This dish perfectly balances rich creaminess with the sharp, nutty flavor of Asiago cheese, making it a comforting yet gourmet-quality meal ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for browning)

Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Asiago cheese

Garnish (optional)

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat butter (and olive oil if using) in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Make the Asiago Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine and scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently until it begins to thicken.
  3. Add Asiago Cheese: Slowly stir in the grated Asiago cheese until it melts smoothly into the sauce, creating a rich, velvety texture.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the Asiago cream sauce over them. Let the chicken and sauce simmer together for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Finish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper. Serve immediately with your preferred side dishes.

Notes

  • For even cooking and juicier chicken, pound breasts to uniform thickness before cooking.
  • Use fresh garlic for a brighter, more aromatic sauce flavor.
  • Choose high-quality Asiago cheese to ensure optimal melting and taste.
  • Remove chicken once internal temperature reaches 165°F to avoid dryness.
  • If the sauce is too thin, simmer longer or add a small cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  • Combining butter with olive oil when browning chicken helps prevent burning and enhances color.

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