Description
Creamy, cheesy baked cream cheese chicken brings comfort straight from home kitchens to dinner tables. Rich Philadelphia cream cheese and tender chicken create a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preparation: Ignite the oven to 375F (190C) and delicately lubricate a 9×13-inch culinary vessel with a light coating of cooking spray.
- Seasoning Chicken: Tenderly pat chicken breasts dry, then generously season both surfaces with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to enhance flavor profiles.
- Creamy Coating Creation: Whisk cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, parmesan, and mozzarella into a luxurious, velvety mixture that will enrobe the chicken.
- Topping Preparation: Amalgamate panko breadcrumbs, additional parmesan, and melted butter to craft a crisp, golden crown for the chicken.
- Assembly and Baking: Nestle seasoned chicken into the prepared dish, lavishly spread the creamy mixture across each piece, then cascade the buttery breadcrumb mixture over the top.
- Culinary Transformation: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F (75C), with an optional broiling finale to achieve a bronzed, crispy exterior.
- Resting and Garnishing: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then adorn with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
- Serving Suggestion: Present this sumptuous dish alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or al dente pasta for a complete gastronomic experience.
Notes
- Use paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispy, golden-brown crust and better seasoning absorption.
- Spread the mixture uniformly to guarantee consistent flavor and moisture across each chicken breast.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal chicken temperature, preventing undercooking or drying out the meat.
- Toast panko breadcrumbs briefly before adding to enhance crispiness and develop a deeper, nuttier flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg