I know busy weeknights can make dinner feel like a challenge. That’s why I’m excited to share three incredibly easy and creamy chicken recipes with you today. Each one is packed with flavor and designed to get a delicious meal on your table without fuss.
Whether you’re looking for a comforting cream cheese chicken, a zesty garlic chicken, or a family-favorite ranch chicken, I’ve got you covered. These recipes use simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making them perfect for any home cook.
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- 1. Easy Cream Cheese Chicken Recipe For Dinner
- 2. Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken Recipe
- 3. Easy Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken for Dinner
This recipe makes a super comforting chicken dish that’s wonderfully rich. It’s creamy and perfect for a simple, satisfying weeknight meal.
Key Ingredients & Quick Tips
- Cream Cheese Choice: Use full-fat cream cheese for the best, most decadent texture. Let it soften at room temperature before you start cooking for easier mixing.
- Chicken Option: Chicken thighs stay juicy and tender, which I prefer for this dish. You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts if you like, but be careful not to overcook them.
What You Need
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Brown the Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on both sides until it’s golden. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
Step 2: Create the Creamy Sauce
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the softened cream cheese, chicken broth, and garlic powder to the same pan. Stir constantly with a whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Return the browned chicken to the pan, coat it well with the sauce, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
📝 Final Note
I love serving this cream cheese chicken over hot rice or pasta. The extra creamy sauce is perfect for soaking up with a side dish!
Quick and Easy Creamy Garlic Chicken
If you love garlic, this simple creamy chicken recipe is absolutely for you. It comes together fast and delivers big, satisfying flavors.
Key Ingredients & Quick Tips
- Fresh Garlic Power: Please don’t skip the fresh garlic; it makes a huge difference in the taste of this dish. Mince it finely for the best flavor release in your sauce.
- Creaminess Factor: Heavy cream gives the sauce its rich body and luxurious feel. For a slightly lighter option, you can use half-and-half, but be aware the sauce will be a bit thinner.
What You Need
- 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 3-4 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until it’s browned and fully cooked through. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Step 2: Build the Creamy Garlic Sauce
Add the minced garlic to the same pan and cook for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and stir. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and let it simmer for a few minutes to get well coated in the sauce.
📝 Final Note
I always sprinkle some fresh chopped parsley over this dish right before serving. It really brightens up the flavors and adds a nice pop of green color.
Simple Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe
This is an incredibly simple chicken dinner packed with the familiar flavors of ranch. It’s a family-friendly dish that’s wonderfully quick to prepare.
Key Ingredients & Quick Tips
- Ranch Seasoning Magic: Using a dry ranch seasoning packet makes this recipe super easy and full of flavor. You can adjust the amount to your taste; some people like more, some less!
- For Extra Creaminess: To make the sauce extra rich and smooth, I sometimes add a tablespoon of softened cream cheese or a dollop of sour cream along with the heavy cream.
What You Need
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or sour cream for a tangy kick)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare and Cook Chicken
Season your chicken breasts with a little salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until it’s golden brown and cooked all the way through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Ranch Sauce
In the same skillet, whisk together the dry ranch seasoning mix, chicken broth, and heavy cream (or sour cream). Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring well. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and spoon the creamy ranch sauce over the chicken to coat it nicely.
📝 Final Note
I often serve this creamy ranch chicken with steamed green beans or a simple side salad. It makes for a complete and easy meal that everyone enjoys!
