Description
Indulge in this rich and flavorful Million-Dollar Chicken recipe that’s sure to impress. Tender chicken breasts topped with a creamy, cheesy mixture and baked to perfection, creating a dish that tastes like a million bucks.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Cheese Topping:
- 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then place in the dish.
- Mix Topping: Combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, and green onions. Add bacon if desired.
- Top and Bake: Spread cheese mixture over chicken. Bake for 30–35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and top is golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Serve with rice, veggies, or salad.
- Prepare topping ahead for faster assembly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
