Cacio E Pepe Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 5
Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, transforming simple chicken breasts into a creamy, cheesy masterpiece. With the rich flavors of Pecorino Romano cheese combined with the warmth of freshly cracked black pepper, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. In just under 35 minutes, you can whip up this restaurant-quality meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 5
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter. Add heavy cream and stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating with sauce and simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, plate the chicken, spoon extra sauce over it, and garnish with parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 180mg