My Cheesy Chicken

Get ready to savor the irresistible comfort of "My Cheesy Chicken," a creamy, flavor-packed dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. This recipe combines tender, seared chicken breasts with a decadent, velvety sauce made from cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheddar, creating a luscious coating that's pure indulgence. Baked to perfection in the oven, the cheesy topping becomes golden and bubbly, adding an extra layer of richness to the dish. Infused with garlic and complemented by a touch of chicken broth and heavy cream, the sauce has a perfect balance of flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, "My Cheesy Chicken" is the ultimate one-skillet recipe for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing dinners. Top it with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and pair it with roasted vegetables, pasta, or a simple side salad for a truly comforting meal. Keywords: cheesy chicken recipe, creamy sauce, baked chicken breast, one-skillet dinner, easy chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the cream cheese, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and fully incorporated into a smooth sauce.

Step 6

Add half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the cheddar cheese to the sauce. Stir until melted and combined.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top of each piece.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly over the chicken and sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1339.1 grams (1339.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2968

Total Fat 183.60g	235%
Saturated Fat 103.10g	515%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 1082mg	361%
Sodium 5380mg	234%
Total Carbohydrate 23.40g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 8.90g
Protein 288.40g	577%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 1928mg	148%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2214mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.0%

Protein: 39.8%

Carbs: 3.2%