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Everything Cream Cheese Chicken Recipe

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Everything Cream Cheese Chicken is a savory, baked chicken dish featuring tender boneless chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy, flavorful blend of garlic herb cream cheese, Parmesan, and sharp cheddar. Coated in a crispy, herby bagel crumb crust seasoned with everything bagel seasoning, this recipe delivers a deliciously cheesy and crunchy experience perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a special family meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Cheese Filling

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 oz each)
  • 6 tablespoons spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ounce Parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)

Coating and Seasoning

  • 1 plain bagel (or 1 cup panko breadcrumbs)
  • 3 tablespoons everything seasoning (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Bagel Crumbs: Break the plain bagel into small pieces and place them into a blender or food processor. Pulse to create coarse crumbs, being careful not to over-process them into crumbs that are too fine.
  3. Mix Crumb Coating: Combine the bagel crumbs with 2 tablespoons of the everything seasoning and olive oil in a bowl. Mix well to evenly coat the crumbs in the oil and seasoning. In a separate small bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, Parmesan, and cheddar cheese until fully combined.
  4. Stuff Chicken: Cut each chicken breast lengthwise almost all the way through so it opens like a book. Spread the cream cheese mixture inside each breast. Season the outside with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Coat Chicken: In a shallow bowl, whisk the beaten egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in the flour, then dip it into the egg wash, and finally roll it in the bagel crumb mixture to coat thoroughly. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Season and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of everything seasoning over the coated chicken breasts. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
  7. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • If you don’t have a plain bagel, 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs can be used as a substitute for the crust.
  • Make sure not to cut the chicken breasts completely in half; leaving a hinge allows for easier stuffing.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached 165°F to ensure food safety.
  • Leftover cream cheese filling can be used as a spread on bread or crackers.
  • For a lower-fat option, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese.
  • Everything seasoning can be homemade or store-bought, containing sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt for the characteristic flavor.

Keywords: Stuffed Chicken, Cream Cheese Chicken, Baked Chicken, Everything Bagel Seasoning, Cheesy Chicken, Crispy Chicken

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