Description
Indulgent Million-Dollar Chicken is a creamy, cheesy dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich sauce made with cream cheese, cheddar, mayonnaise, and subtle seasonings. This easy-to-make comfort food is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort, delivering a luscious, flavorful feast that’s both satisfying and versatile.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1–2 tbsp oil, for cooking
Sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- Additional pinch of garlic powder
- Additional pinch of onion powder
- Optional: 1/4 cup crispy bacon bits
Garnish
- Chopped chives or green onions, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, then cook the chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and additional garlic and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Fold in crispy bacon bits if desired for smoky flavor.
- Bake with the Sauce: Place the cooked chicken breasts in a baking dish and spoon the cheesy sauce evenly over each piece, fully covering the tops. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped chives or green onions on top for a fresh burst of color and flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its best.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth, lump-free sauce.
- Do not overcook chicken during pan-searing to keep it juicy and tender.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to maintain moisture under the sauce.
- Customize the cheese by swapping cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella for different flavors.
- Use an oven-safe baking dish that closely fits the chicken for optimal heat retention.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg