Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
This easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe features tender baked chicken breasts covered with a rich garlic cream cheese mixture and melted cheddar. It is a comforting, family-friendly dinner made with only seven ingredients.
Servings: 4
Equipment
- 9-by-13-inch baking dish
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Aluminum foil
- Medium mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Spatula
- Instant-read meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, or ½ teaspoon for a milder flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Lightly coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded Italian cheese, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning in a medium bowl.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer inside the prepared baking dish.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the creamy garlic mixture between the chicken breasts. Spread it evenly over the top of each piece.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the thickest portion of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Carefully remove the foil and sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the chicken.
- Return the dish to the oven uncovered. Bake for approximately 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Cooking time depends on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Pound thick chicken breasts to an even thickness for more consistent cooking.
- Thin chicken cutlets will cook more quickly.
- Soften the cream cheese before mixing for a smoother, more spreadable topping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
