Smothered Chicken Jack (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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Garlic cloves, fresh
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Grated jack cheese
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Heavy whipping cream
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Butter (unsalted)
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Chicken broth, reduced sodium
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Ground paprika
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Pepper
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Table salt
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and give a baking dish a light coat of cooking spray.
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Heat butter on medium in a big skillet. Cook the chicken until both sides are toasty, about 5-6 minutes per side.
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Toss minced garlic and paprika into the skillet. Give it about a minute, just until it smells great.
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Pour in the broth and cream, stirring and scraping up the browned pieces while it gently simmers.
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Add shredded jack cheese on top of each piece of chicken, then pop into the oven. Bake without a cover for 20-25 minutes until it’s gooey and golden.
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Once baked, give the chicken around 5 minutes to sit. The flavors will develop better this way.
# Notes:
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Don’t overcook the chicken—resting it before serving keeps it juicy.