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Baked Cream Cheese Chicken
Donna

Baked Cream Cheese Chicken

This creamy baked chicken dish features tender, seared chicken breasts smothered in a garlic cream cheese sauce, with an optional cheesy topping. Perfect for a comforting dinner served with your favorite sides.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Course: Chicken, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
  • fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and cook for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly. Add softened cream cheese and stir until smooth. Add fresh chives and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the seared chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the cream cheese mixture over them. Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If using cheese, broil for the last 2-3 minutes to brown the topping.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with your favorite side dishes.