Description
Cream Cheese Chicken is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, as it can be prepared in under an hour. The velvety cream cheese sauce, infused with garlic and herbs, enhances the natural flavors of the chicken, making every bite a delightful experience. Serve it over rice or pasta, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to enjoy a rich and satisfying dish that is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Dried herbs (thyme or Italian seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, dried herbs, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg