Description

Indulge in this creamy, crowd-pleasing Chicken with Cheese Sauce—perfect for cozy weeknights or impressing your guests. Juicy seared chicken breasts are smothered in a rich cheddar cheese sauce that’s smooth, savory, and completely addictive. This dish is quick and satisfying, perfect for busy evenings or hearty family dinners. Whether you’re searching for easy dinner recipes, cozy comfort food, or new dinner ideas, this one ticks all the boxes. Serve it with mashed potatoes, broccoli, or buttered noodles for a complete, easy meal.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups whole milk

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)

2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden and fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.

4. Sprinkle in flour and whisk to form a roux.

5. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until slightly thickened.

6. Reduce heat and stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.

7. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it.

8. Heat through for 2–3 minutes. Top with tomatoes and parsley if using.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded.

Add a splash of chicken broth if you want a thinner sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 430
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: easy recipe, chicken dinner, comfort food, cheese sauce, quick meal