Creamy Baked Asiago Chicken Breasts Recipe
This Creamy Baked Asiago Chicken Breasts recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts baked to perfection with a rich and flavorful Asiago cheese sauce. The combination of Asiago cheese, light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and dried herbs creates a creamy topping that keeps the chicken moist and delicious. Finished with a touch of aged balsamic vinegar and extra Asiago cheese for a savory finish, this dish is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese Sauce
- ½ cup grated Asiago cheese
- ½ cup light mayonnaise
- ¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
Toppings
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Asiago cheese, or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they have space between each piece.
- Make the Asiago cheese sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup grated Asiago cheese, ½ cup light mayonnaise, ¼ cup low-fat Greek yogurt, ¼ cup dry white wine, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of ground nutmeg until smooth and well blended.
- Coat the chicken: Pour the Asiago cheese sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure each piece is well covered for maximum flavor and moisture.
- Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. The chicken is done when it is no longer pink in the center, the juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Add finishing touches and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and top with freshly ground black pepper, aged balsamic vinegar, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of grated Asiago cheese. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For best results, use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through without drying out.
- Dry white wine can be substituted with chicken broth or a non-alcoholic white grape juice for a milder flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- To add a crustier top, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
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