{"id":154,"date":"2026-04-18T14:41:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-18T14:41:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/?p=154"},"modified":"2026-04-18T14:41:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-18T14:41:01","slug":"creamy-garlic-chicken-bake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/?p=154","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Garlic Chicken Bake"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Ingredients<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">3\u20134 boneless, skinless chicken breasts<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">1 tub garlic &amp; herb cream cheese (e.g., Philadelphia)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">1\u20131\u00bd cups shredded mozzarella cheese<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Seasonings of choice (low-carb; e.g., steak seasoning, chicken rub)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Olive oil spray<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Instructions<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Season chicken breasts generously on both sides.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">(Optional) For extra flavor, sear chicken in a hot pan for about 2 minutes per side until lightly browned.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Lightly spray a baking dish with olive oil.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Place chicken breasts in the dish in a single layer.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Spread a thick, even layer of garlic &amp; herb cream cheese over each piece.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Bake for 20\u201330 minutes, depending on thickness, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165\u00b0F \/ 74\u00b0C) and cheese is melted and bubbly.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Serve hot.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Nutritional Info (Approximate, per serving)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Net Carbs: ~2\u20133g<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Fat: ~20\u201325g<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Protein: ~30\u201335g<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"html-div xdj266r x14z9mp x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1e56ztr\"><span class=\"xdmh292 x15dsfln x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xt0psk2 xzsf02u xlh3980 xvmahel x1x9mg3 xo1l8bm\">Calories: ~350\u2013420 kcal<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ingredients 3\u20134 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tub garlic &amp; herb cream cheese (e.g., Philadelphia) 1\u20131\u00bd cups shredded mozzarella cheese Seasonings of choice (low-carb; e.g.,<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":155,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-154","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-viral-article"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/154","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=154"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/154\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":156,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/154\/revisions\/156"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/155"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=154"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=154"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/viralarticle.it.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=154"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}