Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 tspextra-virgin olive oil
- 1 smallonion
chopped
- 8 oz.white button mushrooms
sliced
- 2 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 ½ lbs.boneless
skinless chicken breast, cut in strips
- ¾ tspkosher salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- 4 oz.regular or reduced-fat plain cream cheese
- ¼ clow-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cshredded mozzarella cheese
- steamed brown or white rice
- 3 tbspchopped fresh parsley
optional
Directions
- 1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil.
- 2
Add onions and mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- 3
Meanwhile, slice the chicken into strips and season with the salt and pepper.
- 4
Increase the heat to medium high, then add the seasoned chicken strips to the pan. Sear for 6-8 minutes, turning once, until the chicken strips are golden brown.
- 5
Add the cream cheese and chicken broth and stir until the cream cheese is melted and well incorporated. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the entire pan, then cover, reduce heat and cook another 2-3 minutes, our until chicken is cooked through. (It should reach 165 if you are using a meat thermometer.) Season to taste with extra salt and pepper.
- 6
Serve the chicken and mushrooms over steamed rice, with parsley if desired.
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, creamy chicken dinner that’s both indulgent and incredibly quick? This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken recipe delivers on all fronts, bringing a satisfying meal to your table in less than 30 minutes, perfect for those busy weeknights.
Why This Recipe Works
What makes this creamy chicken dish truly special is its clever simplicity. By combining just a few pantry staples, you create a wonderfully rich and velvety sauce that generously coats every tender piece of chicken. The secret lies in the smooth blend of cream cheese and a touch of chicken broth, which forms the perfect canvas for savory garlic, onion, and earthy mushrooms, ensuring a harmonious and deeply satisfying flavor in every bite.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly decadent experience where tender strips of chicken breast are enrobed in a luscious, savory sauce. You'll find a delightful interplay of creamy textures, brightened by the optional fresh parsley, and grounded by the subtle tang of cream cheese and mild sweetness of mozzarella. This dish is designed to be a weeknight hero, providing hearty satisfaction without any fuss. For those mindful of dietary needs, you'll appreciate that this recipe is naturally a great option for both a gluten-free dinner and a low-carb dinner, depending on your choice of accompaniment.
Customization & Variations
This adaptable dish welcomes your personal touch. While mushrooms add a lovely depth, feel free to swap them for other quick-cooking vegetables like fresh spinach or thinly sliced bell peppers for a different flavor profile. If you prefer a richer flavor in your chicken, boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used in place of breasts. You can also experiment with other melting cheeses like provolone or white cheddar instead of mozzarella to vary the cheesy notes. For a brighter finish, don't skip the fresh chopped parsley, but fresh chives or dill would also be delicious.
Serving & Context
This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is ideal for a comforting family meal or a quick solo dinner after a long day. Serve it piping hot alongside steamed brown or white rice to soak up every last drop of that incredible creamy sauce, perhaps with a simple green salad for balance.