Description
A creamy and cheesy chicken bake that melts in your mouth, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Nonstick spray or butter, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly seasoned.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken, spreading it out so each piece is fully coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the creamy layer.
- In a small bowl, add the breadcrumbs and drizzle in the olive oil. Toss with a fork until all the crumbs are lightly coated and look sandy in texture.
- Sprinkle the oiled breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese layer, covering as much of the surface as possible for a uniform crust.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and the top is golden and bubbling.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes out of the oven to allow the juices to settle, then garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or vegetables.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a healthier option.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to the correct internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg