Description
Indulge in this decadent Million Dollar Baked Chicken Breast recipe! It’s the perfect comfort food packed with creamy cream cheese, crispy bacon, and melty mozzarella. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or any special occasion. The creamy cheese mixture and smoky bacon will elevate your chicken to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 strips bacon, crisped and chopped
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Crisp the bacon and chop it into small pieces.
- Rinse and dry the chicken breasts, then arrange them in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture over the chicken breasts and top with any remaining cheddar cheese, if desired.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve immediately and garnish with additional bacon and green onions.
Notes
- Butterfly large chicken breasts for more even cooking.
- To reduce calories, you can use less cream cheese.
- Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing.
- For best results, use Hellmann’s Best Foods or Duke’s mayonnaise.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not freeze.
- To reheat, bake at 350°F until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American