Description
Cream Cheese Chicken is a comforting dish that features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic sauce. This easy-to-make recipe combines simple ingredients to create a delightful meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over rice or pasta to soak up the luscious sauce, and watch as your family and friends rave about this indulgent yet straightforward dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the prepared dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, minced garlic, thyme, oregano, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken breasts.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot, drizzling extra sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg