Description
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken is a delightful, comfort food dish featuring chicken coated in a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this recipe is quick, simple, and irresistibly flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup fresh chives (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in olive oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet, sauté for 30 seconds; pour in chicken broth and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Mix in softened cream cheese and chives, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place seared chicken in baking dish, pour creamy sauce over. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil for 2-3 minutes if cheese is added.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Consider adding your favorite herbs or spices to the sauce for customization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg