Description
Make juicy smothered chicken with creamy Jack cheese, garlic sauce, and a golden crust. Easy and comforting dinner for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Steamed vegetables or cooked rice (to serve)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and sear for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in sour cream until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth. Let it bubble gently for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded Jack cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Remove from oven, top with chopped green onions, and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed vegetables or rice.
Notes
- For tender, juicy chicken, avoid overcooking and check temperature with a meat thermometer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared and Baked
- Cuisine: American (Texas-Style)