Baked Cream Cheese Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless.
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1 tablespoon olive oil.
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1 garlic clove, minced.
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1/2 cup chicken broth.
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened.
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped.
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1 teaspoon paprika.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (optional).
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional).
# Instructions:
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Heat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil spray or olive oil.
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Season chicken with salt, pepper and paprika. Heat oil in a pan and cook chicken until golden, about 3 minutes each side.
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Cook garlic in the same pan until fragrant. Add broth and let it reduce. Stir in cream cheese until smooth, then mix in chives, salt and pepper.
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Put chicken in baking dish, pour sauce over it. Add cheddar on top if using.
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Cook for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F. Brown the cheese under the broiler for 2-3 minutes if desired.
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Top with fresh parsley and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Add a splash of lemon juice to the sauce for extra flavor.