Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

why make this recipe

This recipe is quick and simple. It uses few ingredients and makes a creamy sauce fast. You get tender chicken with a smooth, mild sauce. If you like easy weeknight meals, this is a good pick. You can also try a baked version like Baked Cream Cheese Chicken for a different bake-and-forget method.

introduction

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken is a simple dish you can make in one skillet. The sauce uses cream cheese and chicken broth for a smooth texture. It takes about 20–30 minutes from start to finish. The flavors are mild and family-friendly.

how to make Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

Follow the steps below. Work in order and keep the pan at medium heat. Cut or pound the chicken if you want thinner pieces to cook faster.

Ingredients :

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions :

1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
5. Return the chicken to the skillet, simmer for a few more minutes, ensuring the chicken is coated well with the sauce.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve.

how to serve Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

Serve the chicken over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce. You can also serve it with steamed vegetables or a simple green salad. Slice the chicken and spoon sauce on top for a neat plate.

how to store Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

Let the dish cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat in a skillet or microwave, stirring so the sauce warms evenly. Do not freeze cream cheese sauce; it can change texture when thawed.

tips to make Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

• Use room-temperature cream cheese so it melts easily.
• Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for even cooking.
• Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the sauce.
• If the sauce is too thick, add a little more chicken broth.
• For a faster meal, slice chicken thin before cooking. For another quick dinner idea try Creamy Chicken Alfredo.

variation (if any)

• Add sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.
• Stir in a handful of spinach at the end until wilted.
• Use herbs like thyme or rosemary for a different taste.
• Swap half-and-half for some of the broth for a richer sauce.

FAQs

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Yes. Boneless skinless thighs work well and stay moist. Adjust cooking time if they are thicker.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Not with cream cheese. You can try a dairy-free cream cheese substitute, but texture and taste may change.

Q: How do I prevent the sauce from breaking?
A: Keep heat medium-low and stir until smooth. Do not boil the sauce.

Q: Can I add vegetables to the skillet?
A: Yes. Add quick-cooking vegetables like spinach at the end or sauté mushrooms before cooking the chicken.

Q: Is this good for meal prep?
A: Yes, it stores well in the fridge for a few days but avoid freezing.

Conclusion

For more similar recipes and ideas, see this take on Easy Cream Cheese Chicken – Family Food on the Table and another version at Cream Cheese Chicken | Don’t Go Bacon My Heart.

Easy Cream Cheese Chicken

A quick and simple one-skillet dish that features tender chicken in a creamy, mild sauce made with cream cheese and chicken broth.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use room-temperature cream cheese for easier melting.
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• to taste salt and pepper
• optional Chopped parsley for garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Cooking

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
4. Return the chicken to the skillet, simmer for a few more minutes, ensuring the chicken is coated well with the sauce.
5. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce. For additional flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach at the end. Use herbs like thyme or rosemary for a different taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more chicken broth.