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Chicken with Cheese Sauce

Chicken with Cheese Sauce

This Chicken with Cheese Sauce is a creamy and delicious dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 breasts boneless skinless chicken
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes optional
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden and fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Sprinkle in flour and whisk to form a roux.
  5. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until slightly thickened.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
  7. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it.
  8. Heat through for 2–3 minutes. Top with tomatoes and parsley if using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 42gFat: 26g

Notes

Customize with additional spices or cheese varieties and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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