Description
Creamy Cacio E Pepe Chicken ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- to taste teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- to taste teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
- to taste tablespoon Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and generously sprinkle salt on both sides.
- Pour olive oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high until shimmering.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet, sauté for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a warm plate to rest.
- Reduce heat to medium, melt unsalted butter in the same skillet, then whisk in heavy cream.
- Gradually stir in grated Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce. Let this simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Taste your sauce and add more salt if necessary.
- Plate the chicken, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish is quick and comforting.
- Adjust salt based on the saltiness of the cheese.
- Substitute Pecorino Romano with parmesan if desired.
- Unsalted butter can be replaced with oil for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Cacio Pepe Chicken, Creamy Chicken Recipe, Quick Chicken Dinner