Savory Pear and Goat Cheese Chicken Breast

Name: Savory Pear and Goat Cheese Chicken Breast
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 medium chicken breast; 1 ripe pear, sliced; 50g goat cheese; 1 tsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 small clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)

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30 minTotal time

MediumDifficulty

400kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

Ingredient substitutions

Goat cheese An equal amount of feta for a similarly tangy, crumbly topping.
Walnuts An equal amount of chopped pecans for a similar crunchy finish.
Dried thyme Use about three times as much chopped fresh thyme.

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 400 kcal

Protein37 g

Carbohydrates25 g

Fat17 g

Fiber 5 g · Sugar 16 g · Sodium 520 mg

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A delightful main dish combining tender chicken breast with caramelized pears and creamy goat cheese, finished with a touch of fresh thyme for a balanced sweet and savory flavor.

Main Dish

Steps

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Sear the chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Remove chicken temporarily and set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and sliced pears; sauté for 3 minutes until pears soften.
Place the chicken breast back in the skillet on top of the pears.
Crumble goat cheese over the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using, and serve warm.

Tips for Savory Pear and Goat Cheese Chicken Breast

Choose a pear that is ripe but still firm; very soft fruit can collapse into the pan.
The finished chicken should look opaque throughout, and the thickest part should feel firm rather than springy.
Use an oven-safe skillet with enough room for the chicken and pears to sit in a single layer.