Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
A simple and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken breasts in a creamy sauce made with cream cheese and spices.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 to 2 pounds total.
- 8 ounces Cream cheese Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer sauce.
- 1 cup Chicken broth Opt for low-sodium broth.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs Such as basil, oregano, and thyme.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add chicken broth, scraping the bottom to release browned bits.
- Once simmering, add cream cheese and stir until melted and integrated into the broth, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, and dried Italian herbs to the sauce. Stir well and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Cover and let simmer for 5-10 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately with extra sauce.
Notes
This dish can be customized with vegetables or different herbs. Serve with rice, potatoes, or a salad for a complete meal.