Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is a creamy and comforting dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a delightful gourmet meal. With minimal prep time, this recipe offers a rich cream cheese sauce infused with garlic and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or fresh vegetables. In just under an hour, you can impress your family and friends with this flavorful and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, minced garlic, dried herbs, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the cream cheese mixture over it evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving; drizzle extra sauce over each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg