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Mouthwatering Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken Recipe

Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken Recipe

This Creamy Jack Cheese Chicken is rich, savory, and packed with melty cheese flavor in every bite. Tender chicken breasts simmer in a smooth, creamy sauce made with Monterey Jack cheese and garlic. It’s quick enough for weeknights but impressive enough for guests. Serve it over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced into cutlets or pounded evenly
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning optional
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove.
  3. Add butter and garlic to the skillet and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream and simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in Monterey Jack cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it.
  7. Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and stays juicy.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce.
  • Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and texture.
  • Store leftovers airtight up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth.

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