Description
Whip up a delectable Easy Cream Cheese Chicken in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This dish features succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy garlic herb sauce made from softened cream cheese. With minimal effort, you can elevate a simple meal into an impressive feast that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether served over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh salad greens, this recipe is versatile and adaptable to suit your flavor preferences. Plus, it packs a healthy punch with lean protein and minimal carbs, making it a fantastic option for any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese in the microwave and set aside.
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (about 5-6 minutes per side), then transfer to a plate.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same skillet for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir in softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet to warm through; adjust sauce consistency with more broth if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg