Cream Cheese Chicken is a rich, garlicky, one-skillet dinner featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy cheese sauce — perfect for a comforting, quick meal.
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
8 oz block cream cheese, cubed
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: 2 cups fresh spinach, red pepper flakes, Parmesan
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in oil until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté garlic in the same pan for 30 seconds.
Add broth, then stir in cream cheese and Italian seasoning. Whisk until smooth.
Return chicken to pan. Simmer covered for 10–15 minutes, until cooked through.
Stir in spinach or extras during final minutes. Serve hot.
Use full-fat block cream cheese for best texture.
Great with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Refrigerates well for 3 days; reheat gently.