Description
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that elevates your dinner experience with tender chicken breasts stuffed with a rich cream cheese filling. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh spinach and savory seasonings, topped with melted cheese for an irresistible finish. It’s perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, promising to delight both family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; place in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese with chopped spinach until well combined. Spread this mixture over each chicken breast.
- Top with shredded cheese and drizzle soy sauce mixed with Italian herbs over the chicken.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes; remove foil for the last few minutes to brown the top.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Experiment by adding sun-dried tomatoes or artichokes to the cream cheese mixture for unique variations. Let leftovers cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.