Cream Cheese Chicken
A comforting weeknight dinner featuring tender baked chicken, a creamy ranch-seasoned topping, and melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to use a different cheese if desired.
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Any ranch seasoning mix will work.
- 1 cup spinach (optional) Add for extra flavor and color.
- to taste Salt and pepper Use to season chicken.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and shredded cheddar until well combined.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the tops.
- If using, add the spinach on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, savory chicken dish!
Notes
Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently.