Cheddar Bacon Cream Cheese Chicken
Cheddar Bacon Cream Cheese Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that elevates ordinary chicken breasts into a creamy, flavorful delight. Each bite features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and simple preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over each chicken breast and top with crumbled bacon and remaining cheddar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve warm and drizzle any pan juices over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 466
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 934mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg