Creamy Cheddar Almond Chicken
Delight your taste buds with this creamy cheddar almond chicken recipe that combines the rich flavors of sharp cheddar cheese and toasted almonds. Perfect for a family dinner, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients:
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place a large baking sheet on the middle rack to heat.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Tear off a large sheet of parchment paper.
- Place one chicken breast in a zip-top bag, squeeze out the air, and seal.
- Pound the chicken to 1/2-inch thickness using a rolling pin or meat mallet. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
- Season the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Make the Topping:
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, toasted slivered almonds, garlic powder, and half of the thinly sliced green onions.
- Add the Topping:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven, and using the parchment paper, transfer the chicken breasts onto the baking sheet.
- Bake the Chicken:
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the baked chicken with the remaining green onions before serving.
Nutrition Information:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 400 per serving
- Servings: 4
Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make creamy cheddar almond chicken as a delightful main course. The combination of creamy cheese, crunchy almonds, and tender chicken makes for an irresistible meal.
Feel free to share your experiences and any variations you try with this recipe in the comments below. Happy cooking!
Creamy Cheddar Almond Chicken
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Imagine a dish that combines the rich flavors of sharp cheddar with the subtle, nutty undertones of toasted almonds, all layered over perfectly pounded chicken breasts for maximum flavor infusion. This Creamy Cheddar Almond Chicken recipe is all about simplicity and elegance, transforming everyday ingredients into a decadent meal that can elevate any dinner table.
This dish is not only a visual delight but also a culinary adventure. The creamy cheese topping, enriched with fresh green onions and a hint of garlic, melts beautifully over the tender chicken, creating a luscious texture and a mouthwatering aroma that beckons the whole family to the table. Whether it’s a quiet dinner at home or a gathering with friends, this recipe promises satisfaction and comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place a large baking sheet on the middle rack to heat.
Pound the chicken: Tear off a large sheet of parchment. Place one chicken breast in a zip-top bag, squeeze out the air, and seal. Pound to 1/2-inch thickness with a rolling pin or meat mallet. Remove and repeat with remaining breasts. Season with salt and pepper.
Make the topping: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the cheddar cheese, almonds, garlic powder, and half of the green onions.
Add the topping: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each chicken piece. Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven, and using the parchment, transfer the chicken onto it.
Bake: Bake until the cheese is melted and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 10 to 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with remaining green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal