Effortless Asiago Bacon Chicken Skillet

Grease a large skillet with cooking spray or a thin layer of oil.

Cook the chicken breasts on medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked and lightly browned.

Add the pre-minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Reserve about 1 tablespoon of the shredded asiago cheese and set aside.

Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.

Mix in the remaining shredded asiago cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika, then continue to stir until the cheese is completely melted and incorporated.

Reduce heat to low.

Add half of the chopped pre-cooked bacon to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Sprinkle the reserved cheese and the remaining bacon on top of the chicken. Serve immediately, garnished with the thinly sliced fresh basil.