Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
A delicious and hassle-free creamy chicken dish, perfect for busy weeknights and versatile enough to serve over rice, pasta, or with steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are the same size for even cooking.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Substitute with other blends if desired.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- optional chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
Consider serving with rice, pasta, or your favorite vegetables. It also pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.