Cheesy Chicken Breasts

close up on 4 cheese topped chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet

These one-pan Cheesy Chicken Breasts make the perfect midweek meal, as they are easy to make but don't skimp on flavor. The chicken breasts are topped with mozzarella for that gooey, stretchy factor, cream cheese for a velvety smoothness, and parmesan for that sharp, savory kick – all mixed with garlic, parsley, and seasonings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Add some potatoes and a salad or veg, and you have a delicious meal the whole family will love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Main

Cuisine Modern Australian

Servings

Calories 440 kcal

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 chicken breasts
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil

For the cheesy topping

⅔ cup cream cheese , room temperature
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated parmesan
1 clove garlic , finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley , finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

To prepare the chicken

Place each chicken breast flat on a chopping board and use kitchen paper to pat them dry.
2 chicken breasts
Use a large sharp knife to cut them horizontally into cutlets. Ensure you keep the knife parallel to the board and cut sideways through the breast (see the bulk of the post for pictures)
Repeat with the second chicken breast.
Cover the cutlets with parchment paper or cling wrap and use a meat mallet (or the base of a heavy skillet) to bash the plumper end down.

Prepare the filling

Mix the cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, chopped garlic, parsley, chives, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
⅔ cup cream cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated parmesan
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cooking the chicken

Turn the broiler/grill on to heat up.
Season the chicken cutlets with salt.
½ teaspoon salt
Place a large (ovenproof) skillet over medium-high heat, and once hot, add the olive oil.
1 tablespoon olive oil
Cook the chicken cutlets for 3 minutes on each side.
Once the chicken has cooked, carefully spoon the cheese mixture over each fillet.
Broil the chicken until the cheesy is melted and golden. This depends on your broiler/grill, but it takes approximately 3 minutes.
Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Nutrition is per serving

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