Baked Cream Cheese Chicken Breast Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Dinner Idea
A quick and easy baked chicken breast recipe featuring a creamy cream cheese topping that keeps the chicken juicy and flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights with just five simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450-700g)
- 4 ounces (115g) softened cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and minced garlic. Stir until smooth and well blended. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to season.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and drizzle olive oil over them, rubbing evenly on both sides.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture generously on top of each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle additional salt and pepper over the cream cheese layer.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cream cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Always soften cream cheese before mixing for easier spreading. Pat chicken dry to help cream cheese stick and encourage browning. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Let chicken rest after baking to keep it juicy. For a golden top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz (
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 38
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