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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

A creamy and flavorful dish that elevates weeknight dinners, made with simple ingredients in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened for the best texture.
  • 2 large chicken breasts Cut for quicker cooking.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon butter For richness and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Helps prevent sticking.
  • 1/2 medium onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth Provides moisture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning A blend of herbs.
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes For a subtle kick.
  • Fresh chopped parsley Optional garnish.

Method
 

  1. Soften the cream cheese by microwaving until very soft, then set aside.
  2. Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil, then sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté chopped onions in the same skillet for 5-7 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes, stirring until smooth.
  6. Add the seared chicken back into the skillet, warm through, and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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