Palmetto Chicken

Savor the bold Southern charm of Palmetto Chicken, a comforting dish that pairs perfectly seasoned, seared chicken breasts with a creamy homemade pimento cheese sauce. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, combines the richness of sharp cheddar and cream cheese with the vibrant tang of diced pimentos and a hint of garlic and onion spices. The chicken is pan-seared to golden perfection and bathed in the luscious sauce, creating a flavor-packed meal that melts in your mouth. Topped with fresh scallions for a burst of color and served with your favorite sides, this dish is perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible recipe that highlights the best of Southern-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.33 cup mayonnaise
• 0.33 cup diced pimentos, drained
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tenting with foil to keep warm.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until smooth and creamy to create the pimento cheese sauce.

Step 5

Reduce the skillet heat to low and pour the pimento cheese mixture into the same skillet. Stir gently until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning some of the pimento cheese sauce over each piece to coat.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb some of the flavors, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Sprinkle chopped scallions over the plated chicken and serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1161.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3049.9

Total Fat 210.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 957.2mg	0%
Sodium 5098.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.0g
Protein 251.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1029.1mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 517.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.1%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 4.9%