Creamy Asiago Chicken (Print Version)

Tender chicken breasts coated in a rich, velvety Asiago cheese sauce - an easy yet impressive Italian-inspired main dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Creamy Asiago Sauce

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - ½ cup chicken broth
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
12 - 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
15 - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
16 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 75°C). Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from pan.
04 - Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then gradually incorporate grated Asiago cheese until melted and smooth.
05 - Return chicken to skillet, spooning sauce over top. Simmer 2-3 minutes until thoroughly heated and coated. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in only 30 minutes perfect for busy weeknights
  • Uses simple ingredients most already in your pantry
  • Naturally gluten free no special ingredients needed
  • Versatile enough to pair with pasta rice or vegetables
02 -
  • High in protein making it a satisfying main course
  • Can be prepared ahead and reheated gently in the oven
  • Naturally gluten free perfect for those with dietary restrictions
  • Creates impressive results even for beginner cooks
03 -
  • Always bring chicken to room temperature before cooking for more even results
  • Use a splatter screen when searing to keep your kitchen clean
  • If sauce becomes too thick simply add more chicken broth a tablespoon at a time
  • Let the finished dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to fully develop
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