Description
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken is the ultimate no-fuss comfort food. Juicy chicken breasts are smothered in a rich, cheesy, garlicky spread and baked to golden perfection. With pantry-friendly ingredients and simple steps, it’s a cozy dinner that feels indulgent but couldn’t be easier.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley or chives, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a bit of oil.
3. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
4. Lay chicken in the baking dish with a bit of space between each piece.
5. In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream or yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and chopped herbs until smooth.
6. Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
7. Drizzle olive oil or melted butter over the top if desired.
8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. For a golden top, broil for the last 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
Let cream cheese fully soften before mixing for the smoothest texture.
Broil the last few minutes for a golden, bubbly top — but don’t walk away!
Serve with a salad, roasted veggies, or rice for a full meal.
Use sour cream for extra tang, or Greek yogurt for added protein.
A meat thermometer makes it foolproof — 165°F is the magic number.