Description
This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked to perfection in a creamy, cheesy sauce made from cream cheese, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. A quick and comforting stovetop dish that melts mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top for added richness, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Creamy Sauce and Cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened and cubed)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Prepare the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, softened cream cheese, and Italian seasoning. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the cream cheese sauce generously over the chicken. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses evenly on top.
- Melt the Cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes on low heat, allowing the cheeses to melt and flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot over your choice of rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.
- For extra flavor, sauté fresh garlic and mushrooms along with the chicken.
- Use light cream cheese to reduce fat content for a lighter version.
