Description
Enjoy Baked Cream Cheese Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce made with cream cheese and herbs. Perfect for quick dinners and family gatherings!
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Olive Oil
- Garlic
- Chicken Broth
- Cream Cheese
- Fresh Chives
- Paprika
- Salt and Pepper
- Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (optional)
- Fresh Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, then sear in olive oil until golden brown.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet, then add chicken broth and reduce slightly.
- Mix softened cream cheese with the broth and garlic until smooth, adding fresh chives.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and pour over the cream cheese mixture. Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden crust.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Using an instant-read thermometer helps prevent overcooking the chicken.
Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg