Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
397 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Description
This recipe starts by slicing chicken breasts thinner for quicker and even cooking, seasoned simply with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. After searing the chicken until golden and cooked through, it is set aside while onions are softened and browned in the same skillet, building flavor. Minced garlic is briefly cooked before adding chicken broth, softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes to create a smooth sauce. The chicken returns to the pan to warm through in the sauce, which can be thinned with additional broth if needed. Fresh parsley may be added for a subtle herbal finish.
The sauce is creamy with a mild heat from the red pepper flakes balanced by aromatic herbs. Cooking the chicken first ensures a nicely seared exterior while the sauce imparts richness and flavor without overwhelming the meat. This dish works well served immediately, potentially alongside simple sides to complement the creamy sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened, block, Philly brand
- 2 large chicken breast
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- parsley optional, to taste, fresh chopped
Instructions
- Microwave the cream cheese until very soft. Cut it into smaller pieces and set aside until needed.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have 4 thinner pieces. Season them with the garlic powder and some salt & pepper.
- Melt the butter and oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and cook for about 5-6 minutes/side or until golden and cooked through (165F). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium, then add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until softened and lightly browned.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add in the chicken broth, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until the sauce is smooth (this may take a few minutes).
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and warm through. If you need to thin the sauce, add a splash more chicken broth. Season with extra salt & pepper if needed, sprinkle with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 397kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 498mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 541mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 926IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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