Description
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is a comforting dish that turns simple chicken breasts into a flavor-packed meal. Tender chicken is enveloped in a creamy sauce made with cream cheese, garlic, and herbs, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with minced garlic and chicken broth until smooth. Stir in dried oregano.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the seasoned chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest briefly before serving; drizzle any remaining sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 593mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 130mg