Description
Million Dollar Chicken is a creamy, cheesy baked chicken dish topped with a flavorful blend of cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, Parmesan, bacon, and green onions. It’s a comforting, satisfying main course perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners, featuring a rich and indulgent topping that bakes to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Topping Mixture
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, chopped
Garnish
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, coating them evenly for a well-rounded flavor base.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer to allow for uniform baking.
- Mix Topping: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, crumbled cooked bacon, and chopped green onions. Stir until thoroughly blended into a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Apply Topping: Evenly spoon the cheesy mixture over the chicken breasts, spreading it out to completely cover the tops for maximum flavor and texture.
- Bake: Bake the dish uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
- Rest: Remove the dish from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes, helping to lock in juices and improve tenderness.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for added color and freshness, then serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
- For a lighter version, substitute light cream cheese and Greek yogurt in place of sour cream to reduce fat content.
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for consistent cooking; pound gently if needed.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to preserve moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
