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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Recipe

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This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken recipe combines tender chicken strips sautéed with mushrooms, onions, and garlic, then simmered in a creamy sauce made from cream cheese and chicken broth. Finished with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley, this comforting dish is perfect served over steamed rice for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Sauce:

  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 oz. white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz. regular or reduced-fat plain cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For Serving:

  • Steamed brown or white rice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 teaspoons of extra-virgin olive oil to coat the pan.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Prepare chicken: While vegetables cook, slice the chicken breasts into strips and season them evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
  4. Cook chicken: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the seasoned chicken strips to the skillet. Sear for 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is golden brown and nearly cooked through.
  5. Make creamy sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add the cream cheese and chicken broth to the pan, stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated into a smooth sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables, then cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted.
  6. Season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the creamy chicken and mushroom mixture over steamed brown or white rice, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute the white button mushrooms with cremini or portobello mushrooms for a deeper flavor.
  • Reduced-fat cream cheese works well to lower calories with minimal impact on creaminess.
  • Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
  • For a gluten-free option, verify that the chicken broth is gluten-free and serve with gluten-free rice or sides.

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