Description
A delicious and comforting dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy mustard Asiago cheese sauce, enhanced with garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for two.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, lean and tender
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese (freshly grated recommended)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- Fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil or butter. Once the fat is hot and shimmering, add the chicken breasts.
- Sear the Chicken: Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side or until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Create the Sauce Base: Reduce the skillet heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to deglaze the pan and incorporate the flavorful browned bits.
- Add Mustard and Asiago Cheese: Whisk in the Dijon mustard and grated Asiago cheese gradually. Stir gently until the cheese melts fully, and the sauce thickens into a rich, velvety consistency.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy mustard Asiago sauce over each piece. Allow everything to simmer together for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld and the chicken absorbs the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish the dish with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme for a burst of fresh color and aroma. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Use freshly grated Asiago for the best melting texture and flavor.
- Adjust cream quantity if a thinner or thicker sauce is preferred.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to complement the rich sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently to avoid curdling the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
