Description
A heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken with a rich cream cheese topping, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blend the cream cheese until smooth, mixing in garlic, herbs, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare chicken in a greased baking dish, spreading the cream cheese mixture over each piece.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for a golden finish.
- Allow to rest before serving.
Notes
Let the cream cheese come to room temperature for easier spreading. Consider marinating the chicken for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked chicken, cream cheese chicken, family dinner, comfort food