Description
Creamy Smoked Gouda Chicken Skillet is a rich and comforting one-pan dinner featuring tender seared chicken simmered in a velvety smoked Gouda cheese sauce with garlic and herbs. This restaurant-quality meal is easy enough for weeknights yet impressive enough for guests.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely diced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups smoked Gouda cheese, freshly shredded
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet.
- Add shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Whisk in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme.
- Gradually stir in smoked Gouda and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
- Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately with your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Freshly shredded Gouda melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Chicken thighs may be substituted for a juicier option.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American