Description
Creamy Asiago Chicken is a comforting and flavorful skillet dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich Asiago cheese sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs. This quick and easy recipe offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and cheesy goodness, ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup grated Asiago cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning thoroughly.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, keeping the skillet hot for the sauce.
- Make the sauce base: Reduce heat to medium, then add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to add flavor. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Thicken the sauce: Add the Asiago cheese gradually, stirring continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes. If desired, stir in red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the creamy Asiago sauce over each piece. Let them simmer together for another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a fresh finish and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- This recipe pairs beautifully with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- For extra depth of flavor, use aged Asiago cheese.
- For a bright finishing touch, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving.