Description
Creamy Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Garlic is a delightful dish that brings comfort food to the dinner table in no time. Featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with cream cheese and Parmesan, this recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a total cooking time of 30 minutes, you can have a flavorful dish ready to impress family and friends. The combination of garlic and Italian herbs enhances the savory profile, making this an instant crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, whisk together softened cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Place seared chicken in the baking dish and pour the sauce evenly over it.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg