Creamy Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Garlic
Creamy Baked Chicken with Parmesan and Garlic is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special family gathering. This dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce made with cream cheese and Parmesan, enhanced by aromatic garlic and Italian herbs. The best part? It comes together in just 45 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether served with steamed veggies, garlic mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad, this savory chicken bake is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear each chicken breast for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, whisk together chicken broth and softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Place the seared chicken in the baking dish and pour the creamy sauce over it.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg