Description
Million Dollar Chicken is a rich and creamy baked chicken dish topped with a savory blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, bacon, and green onions. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a deliciously cheesy and flavorful main course perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Topping
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Make Topping Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, cooked bacon, and chopped green onions. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Spread Topping on Chicken: Evenly spread the creamy topping mixture over each chicken breast ensuring they are well covered.
- Bake Chicken: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Optional Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crispy top, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Notes
- For a crispier topping, broil for the final 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- This recipe works well using chicken thighs as a substitute for breasts.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
