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Cacio E Pepe Chicken

Cacio E Pepe Chicken: 30-Minute Cheesy Dinner Delight

Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a deliciously simple dish featuring chicken cooked with cheese and pepper.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken fillets
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Season chicken fillets with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken fillets and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Stir in grated Pecorino Romano cheese until melted.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the cheese sauce.
  8. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Serve hot with more cheese and pepper on top.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of pepper to your preference.
  • Serve with pasta for a complete meal.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Cacio E Pepe Chicken, Italian Chicken Recipe, Chicken with Cheese and Pepper