Creamy Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Garlic
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Creamy Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Garlic. This delightful dish combines tender, juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made from cream cheese and Parmesan, infused with aromatic garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe comes together quickly and requires minimal prep time. With just 10 minutes of prep and under an hour in the oven, you’ll have a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out proteins as you desire. Each bite delivers a warm hug of flavor that will leave you wanting more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear chicken in olive oil over medium heat 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 grated Parmesan cheese; let simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Place seared chicken in a baking dish; pour sauce over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 125mg