Description
Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich cheese and pepper sauce, inspired by the classic Italian pasta dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper until the sauce is smooth.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and pepper if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Make sure to use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cacio E Pepe Chicken, creamy chicken recipe, Italian chicken dish