Baked Cream Cheese Chicken with Turkey Bacon: An Easy Family Favorite
Baked Cream Cheese Chicken is a delicious and easy recipe that is perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread the cheese mixture over each breast.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or a side salad.
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg