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Easy Cream Cheese Chicken with Mushrooms and Mozzarella Recipe

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This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken recipe features tender chicken breast strips cooked with sautéed mushrooms and onions, all enveloped in a creamy sauce made from cream cheese and chicken broth, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a quick, comforting skillet dish perfect for serving over steamed rice for a wholesome meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 oz. white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into long, 1-inch wide strips
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 oz. regular or reduced-fat plain cream cheese
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ to ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For Serving

  • Steamed brown or white rice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and sauté vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they soften and begin to brown. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release its aroma.
  2. Prepare and season the chicken: While the vegetables cook, slice the boneless, skinless chicken breast into long strips about 1 inch wide. Season the chicken evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken: Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the seasoned chicken strips to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken strips develop a golden-brown crust and start to cook through.
  4. Create the creamy sauce: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the cream cheese and low-sodium chicken broth to the skillet. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts completely and blends into a creamy sauce coating the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Add mozzarella and finish cooking: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the entire pan. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 2-3 more minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken and mushroom mixture over steamed brown or white rice. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, use the lesser amount of chicken broth or allow the sauce to reduce a bit more before adding cheese.
  • Feel free to substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like provolone or Monterey Jack.
  • For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and part-skim mozzarella.
  • Always ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee it is safely cooked.
  • Serve over quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/easy-cream-cheese-chicken-with-mushrooms-and-mozzarella-recipe/