Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken Breast
A simple, comforting baked chicken dish topped with a creamy cheese blend that keeps the chicken moist and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Oil a baking dish and arrange the chicken breasts in it.
- Rub olive oil over the top of each breast.
- Spread the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For lower fat, use reduced-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for extra depth. If breasts are thick, consider butterflying or pounding them for uniform cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg