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Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken

Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken is a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Jack Cheese shredded, can swap with Monterey Jack or Gouda
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or use half-and-half for a lighter twist
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Butter for sautéing, can use olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning store-bought or homemade blend

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare by cutting chicken breast into uniform bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add heavy cream and Italian seasoning, simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  5. Lower heat and stir in shredded jack cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Serve hot over pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste. Can add sautéed vegetables or swap chicken for shrimp.

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