Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Begin by roasting the poblano peppers. Place them directly over an open flame or on a baking sheet under the broiler, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered (about 10-15 minutes). Once roasted, cover with plastic wrap to steam for about 10 minutes.
- Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Once the poblano peppers have cooled, peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and chop them into small pieces.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped poblano peppers and heavy cream, stirring to combine and bringing to a simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the poblano Parmesan sauce over the top.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C).
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs before serving.
Notes
You can add other vegetables or spices to the sauce for extra flavor.
