Description
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is a comforting weeknight dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a creamy, flavorful masterpiece. Infused with fresh garlic and aromatic Italian herbs, this recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for busy evenings. The rich cream cheese sauce envelops each bite, offering a warm experience that will have your family asking for seconds. Serve it over rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a satisfying meal thatβs sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter or olive oil. SautΓ© the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add cream cheese and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir until smooth, then mix in Italian seasoning.
- Place seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour the sauce over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165Β°F (74Β°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken in the skillet before baking. - Feel free to add sautΓ©ed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.