Skillet Chicken with Cheese and Herbs
Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a skillet with onions, topped with melted cheese and fresh herbs. A quick, satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 45g
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or thyme)
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- 3
Add the 1 sliced onion to the skillet around the chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese over the chicken. Cover the skillet and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
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