This Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet is a quick and elegant dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, creamy goat cheese, and a burst of fresh flavors. The chicken is seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a tangy white wine sauce infused with garlic and herbs. The goat cheese melts into the sauce, creating a rich and velvety finish that perfectly complements the chicken. Served with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of sautéed spinach, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Add the thyme and rosemary, and let the wine reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Goat Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the crumbled goat cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Stir until the goat cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.
- Finish the Dish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the chicken hot, with the sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy with your choice of sides.
This Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet is sure to impress with its rich, creamy flavors and easy preparation!
