Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken

Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken is an easy, decadent dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner Plates

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 breasts chicken choose skinless for a lighter dish
salt to taste
pepper to taste

For the Creamy Sauce

1 cup heavy cream adds richness that creates the creamy texture
1/2 cup chicken broth substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
1 teaspoon garlic powder use fresh minced garlic for an extra punch
1 teaspoon onion powder complements the garlic powder beautifully

For Topping

1 cup jack cheese, shredded melts perfectly for that creamy jack cheese flavor
2 tablespoons olive oil helps achieve a lovely golden-brown crust on the chicken

Equipment

Skillet
Oven
Mixing bowl

Method

How to Make Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Mix the heavy cream and chicken broth in a bowl.
Pour the cream mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
Sprinkle jack cheese on top of the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 20IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

When using olive oil, ensure it is properly heated before adding the chicken for best results.

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