Description
Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings a touch of Italian elegance to your dining table. This recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious sauce made from Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish can be prepared in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families and gatherings. Pair it with your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or pasta for a complete meal that will impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt on both sides.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- 3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter until melted, then stir in heavy cream. Gradually mix in grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper until smooth.
- 4. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Let simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 5. Adjust seasoning if necessary, plate the chicken, spoon extra sauce over it, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 200g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg