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    Quick Three-Cheese Chicken

    Oct 12, 2021 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This easy one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!
    This easy one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!
    This easy one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!
    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM #chicken #dinner #quick #cheesy

    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    Tender, pan-seared chicken breast topped with a garlic-infused mixture of mozzarella, Parmesan, and ricotta. Who can say no to that? My family loves this recipe, and I think yours will feel the same way.  This dish comes together in a snap; it is simple enough for busy weeknights and special enough for guests.

    Let's discuss the ingredients used in this recipe.

    CHICKEN

    Chicken breast will work best in this recipe. You'll need two chicken breasts, which will be cut in the middle to make four thinner chops. I recommend pounding the chicken a bit, to even out the thickness. This will help the chicken to cook faster and more evenly, and it'll help you to relieve the mid-week tension. Win-win!

    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    CHEESE

    As the recipe name suggests, we'll need three kinds of cheese in this recipe.

    1. Mozzarella (a.k.a. the melty goodness). Low-moisture, shredded mozzarella is going to work best here. However, it can be substituted with Gouda, Provolone, Asiago, or Cheddar cheese.
    2. Parmesan (a.k.a. the flavor goodness). Try to use good-quality Parmesan cheese. It makes a world of difference!
    3. Ricotta (a.k.a. the creamy goodness). Ricotta cheese brings in a nice creamy texture to this Three-Cheese Chicken, so don't skip it!

    PAPRIKA

    Paprika is one of my favorite seasonings, and I use it in many recipes. Any regular, sweet paprika will work in this recipe, but just make sure you don't use the spicy stuff.

    HOW TO MAKE THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN:

    1. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cut horizontally through the breasts. Put the breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them with the flat side of a meat tenderizer, until they appear to be of even thickness.

    pounding chicken

    2. In a medium bowl, mix together the mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, garlic, salt, and pepper.

    preparing the cheese mixture

    3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Arrange the chicken on the skillet and season it with salt and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes, until a golden crust appears, and then flip.

    searing the chicken

    4. Divide the cheese mixture into four equal parts and spread it evenly on top of the chicken. Sprinkle it with the remaining paprika.

    spreading cheese mixture onto chicken

    5. Cover with a lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese melts and the chicken is cooked through. Garnish with parsley and serve.

    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    WHAT TO SERVE THREE-CHEESE CHICKEN WITH

    This dish pairs well with:

    • Mashed potatoes (personal favorite!)
    • Pasta
    • Rice (especially Spanakorizo)
    • Steamed veggies
    • Grains (quinoa, barley, buckwheat, lentils).

    Whatever you choose to serve it with, make sure you drizzle some of the pan liquids on top!

    This easy, one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    Check out these fantastic chicken recipes: 

    • Easy Parmesan-Crusted Chicken
    • Baked Chicken Tenders
    • Amazing Mustard Chicken Tenders
    • Chicken Burgers with Avocado Salsa
    • Creamy Chicken Thighs
    • Paleo Keto Chicken Pot Pie

    Quick Three Cheese Chicken Video Tutorial

    This easy one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!

    Quick Three Cheese Chicken

    Tania Sheff
    This easy one-pan Three-Cheese Chicken recipe requires just a few ingredients and almost no clean-up.  Make this perfect weeknight dinner in just 25 minutes!
    4.62 from 18 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 286 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 cup low-moisture mozzarella shredded
    • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese shredded
    • ⅓ cup ricotta cheese
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 tbsp. butter
    • 1 tbsp. olive oil
    • 2 tsp. paprika divided
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Freshly chopped parsley to garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cut horizontally through the breasts. Put the breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound them with the flat side of a meat tenderizer, until they appear to be of even thickness.
    • In a medium bowl, mix together the mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, garlic, salt, and pepper.
    • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Arrange the chicken on the skillet and season it with salt and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes, until a golden crust appears, and then flip.
    • Divide the cheese mixture into four equal parts and spread it evenly on top of the chicken. Sprinkle it with the remaining paprika.
    • Cover with a lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese melts and the chicken is cooked through. Garnish with parsley and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 428mgPotassium: 313mgVitamin A: 1650IUVitamin C: 1.2mgCalcium: 359mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

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    1. Cindy M. says

      September 08, 2019 at 10:14 pm

      5 stars
      This was deliciousness! My husband said to add it to our weekly rotation. Thanks, Tania! I love your recipes.

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      • Tania Sheff says

        September 08, 2019 at 10:59 pm

        Thank you so much, Cindy! I am so glad you enjoyed it!

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