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Everything Cream Cheese Chicken

Everything Cream Cheese Chicken with a Crunchy Twist

Everything Cream Cheese Chicken is a flavorful, comforting dish with a delightful crunch, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Almond flour can be used for gluten-free option.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg provides a vegan alternative.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese Plain cream cheese mixed with garlic and herbs works as a good substitution.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to use fresh garlic.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated Pecorino Romano can be a fantastic alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Try mild cheddar for a softer taste, if preferred.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 large Plain Bagel Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with any neutral oil if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Everything Seasoning A mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic powder, and onion powder can replace it.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking pan
  • Food processor
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Break the plain bagel into small chunks and pulse in a blender or food processor until you create coarse crumbs.
  3. Combine bagel crumbs with everything seasoning and olive oil, mixing until evenly coated.
  4. Blend together garlic-herb cream cheese, garlic powder, Parmesan, and sharp cheddar until smooth.
  5. Butterfly each chicken breast, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture into each butterflied chicken breast.
  7. Whisk the egg with water, dredge stuffed chicken in flour, then egg wash, and roll in bagel crumb mixture.
  8. Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet and sprinkle remaining seasoning on top.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden-brown.
  10. Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is adaptable—feel free to swap ingredients to cater to dietary needs. Optional: prepare ahead and refrigerate before baking.

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