Description
A comforting and indulgent dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with creamy Jack cheese and a rich sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for topping
- Paprika for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub olive oil over the chicken breasts and season them with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, allowing it to simmer while you scrape up any delicious brown bits stuck to the pan.
- Stir in the sour cream until thoroughly combined, letting it bubble for about 5 minutes to thicken.
- Top each chicken breast with shredded Jack cheese, then transfer to the oven. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of paprika before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and garlic for a few hours before cooking. Searing the chicken gives it a nice crust while keeping it juicy. Consider adding bacon bits or pepper jack cheese for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American