Description

This cheesy garlic chicken bake transforms simple ingredients into something magicaltender chicken swimming in garlicky goodness, blanketed with melted cheese that gets golden and bubbly in the oven. It's the kind of easy family dinner that brings everyone to the table without keeping you chained to the stove.

Ingredients

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4 medium Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 oz Cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Sour cream
6 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray
Step 2: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish, arranging them in a single layer without overlapping
Step 3: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well-blended
Step 4: Add the Italian seasoning to the cream cheese mixture. Stir well to distribute the herbs evenly throughout
Step 5: Spread the creamy garlic mixture generously over each chicken breast
Step 6: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken, followed by the grated Parmesa
Step 7: Drizzle the olive oil over the top
Step 8: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
Step 9: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired

Notes

Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness before seasoning for uniform cooking.

Bring the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.

Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 485 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 48g
Cholesterol: 165mg