Cacio E Pepe Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Classics
Cacio E Pepe Chicken is a delightful recipe that adds a savory Italian touch to your comfort food repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then cook in the skillet until golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove chicken and let it rest.
- Add pasta to the skillet and toss with cheese until creamy.
- Slice chicken and arrange over pasta to serve.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated cheese.
- Adjust pepper to your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cacio E Pepe, Chicken, Comfort Food, Italian Cuisine