Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 6 oz / 170g each)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225g), full fat for best flavor
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (120ml)
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (50g), reserve some for topping if desired
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5ml)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (5ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried herbs of choice (5ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted unsalted butter (15ml)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease baking dish.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until smooth.
  3. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over each chicken breast, ensuring they are well covered.
  5. Drizzle olive oil or melted butter over the chicken. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and the topping is bubbly and lightly golden brown.
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing and serving.