Description
Cream Cheese Chicken Bake is a cozy and delightful dish that transforms tender chicken into a creamy, flavorful masterpiece. With a golden crust and a rich sauce, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare and packed with flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite that brings everyone together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth.
- Spread the creamy mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Top with shredded cheese and panko breadcrumbs mixed with olive oil.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the top is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 421
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 683mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 103mg