Baked Cream Cheese Chicken
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken is the ultimate comfort food with tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Simple to make and packed with flavor, this dish pairs perfectly with rice, pasta, or a side of roasted vegetables.
Equipment
- - Baking dish (9x13-inch)
- - Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- - 8 oz cream cheese softened
- - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- - 1 cup sour cream
- - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- - 1/2 tsp onion powder
- - 1/2 tsp paprika
- - 1/4 tsp salt adjust to taste
- - 1/4 tsp black pepper
- - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- **Preheat the Oven:** Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- **Prepare the Chicken:** Arrange the chicken breasts in the baking dish in a single layer.
- **Make the Cream Cheese Mixture:** In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- **Spread the Mixture:** Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the chicken breasts, covering them completely.
- **Bake the Chicken:** Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- **Broil for a Golden Top:** For a golden, bubbly top, broil the chicken on high for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- **Garnish and Serve:** Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.