Savory Pear and Goat Cheese Chicken Breast

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.

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). 2. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. 3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. 4. Sear the chicken breast for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. 5. Remove chicken temporarily and set aside. 6. In the same skillet, add garlic and sliced pears; sauté for 3 minutes until pears soften. 7. Place the chicken breast back in the skillet on top of the pears. 8. Crumble goat cheese over the chicken. 9. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through. 10. Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped walnuts if using, and serve warm.

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)