Here’s a simple and delicious idea for Chicken and Cream Cheese—a creamy, savory dish that works as a skillet meal, casserole, or filling for wraps and rolls.
Creamy Chicken and Cream Cheese Skillet
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz (½ block) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup chicken broth or milk
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- Optional: chopped spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor
Instructions
- Cook the chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Remove from pan and set aside.
- Make the creamy sauce:
- In the same skillet, lower heat and add cream cheese and chicken broth.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add shredded cheese and optional vegetables, stir until melted and combined.
- Combine:
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with the cream cheese sauce, and simmer 2–3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve:
- Serve over rice, pasta, or with steamed vegetables.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, season the cream cheese sauce with paprika, Italian seasoning, or a pinch of cayenne.
- You can shred the cooked chicken and mix it into the sauce for a casserole version.
- Wrap the creamy chicken in tortillas for easy chicken and cream cheese burritos.
If you want, I can also give a baked chicken and cream cheese roll-up recipe that’s perfect for meal prep or a dinner party—it’s elegant and cheesy.
Do you want me to share that version?
