Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is your go-to weeknight dinner, combining tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce that will warm your heart. This effortless recipe can be made in under an hour, making it perfect for busy days when you crave comfort food. Whether served over rice or paired with steamed veggies, this dish will impress your family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
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 cream cheese, garlic powder, soy sauce, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the cream cheese mixture over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Sprinkle fresh herbs on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 524mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 104mg