Description
Cream Cheese Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary celebration. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a velvety cream cheese sauce, enhanced with garlic and Italian herbs, creating a meal that’s both comforting and impressive. Perfect for busy nights or entertaining guests, this recipe promises rich flavors and simple preparation, making it a favorite in any household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and half of the Parmesan until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken evenly.
- Pour chicken broth around the edges of the dish to keep it moist during baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Top with remaining Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg