Cheesy Chicken Dish
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Chicken Dish, a rich and flavorful one-pan recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then nestled in a luscious, creamy sauce made with cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Nutrient-packed baby spinach adds a pop of freshness and color, while a melty trio of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses take this dish to the next level of cheesy goodness. Finished in the oven until bubbly and golden, this crowd-pleasing baked chicken pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables, pasta, or a crusty slice of bread. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is your go-to for a decadent, protein-packed meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika on both sides.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Stir the spinach into the cheese mixture.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the cheese mixture.
Top each chicken breast with an even layer of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Cheesy Chicken Bake with a side of steamed vegetables or crusty bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.6 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.4 g | 557% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1102 mg | 367% | |
| Sodium | 5147 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 282.4 g | 565% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1802 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2162 mg | 46% | |
*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.
