Cream Cheese Chicken Bake
This Cream Cheese Chicken Bake is a comforting, creamy dish with tender chicken and a golden, bubbly cheese topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or indulgent dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken by slicing each breast thinly or pounding it to an even thickness.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- Optional: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side to lock in flavor.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, chicken broth, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Place the chicken in a greased baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chicken, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top, ensuring full coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
[‘Seasoning the chicken ensures it’s flavorful even before you add the sauce.’, ‘Softened cream cheese blends more easily into the sauce.’, ‘Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked but not overdone.’, ‘Let the dish sit for a few minutes after baking to thicken the sauce slightly.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 30
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