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Delicious easy cream cheese chicken recipe with herbs and spices

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

This easy cream cheese chicken recipe delivers a rich and creamy meal perfect for a weeknight dinner, combining tender chicken with a savory cream cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb Chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 0.5 Onion small, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup Milk
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet, and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Whisk in softened cream cheese, chicken broth, milk, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it evenly with the creamy sauce, and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.

Notes

Serve this creamy chicken over rice, pasta, or with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.