🍗 Creamy Garlic Chicken Bake

 Description

Tender chunks of chicken baked in a rich, creamy garlic sauce until juicy and flavorful. This easy oven-baked dish is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or veggies.

Ingredients

For the chicken:

• 2 lbs (900g) chicken breast, diced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the creamy sauce:

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
• ½ cup milk
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven

• Set oven to 180°C (350°F)
• Lightly grease a baking dish

2. Prepare chicken

• Add diced chicken to the dish
• Season with salt and pepper

3. Make the sauce

• In a bowl, mix:
  • cream of chicken soup
  • sour cream
  • milk
  • garlic
  • cheese
  • Italian seasoning & paprika

4. Assemble

• Pour sauce evenly over chicken
• Spread to coat all pieces

5. Bake

• Bake for 35–45 minutes
• Chicken should be fully cooked and sauce bubbly

6. Optional finish

• Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top 🔥

 Servings

• Serves: 4–6 people

Tips

• Cut chicken evenly for even cooking
• Don’t overbake—keeps chicken juicy
• Add mushrooms or broccoli for extra texture
• Use mozzarella for stretchier, creamier sauce

Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)

• Calories: ~400–480 kcal
• Protein: ~35g
• Carbs: ~8–12g
• Fat: ~25g

 Benefits

• High in protein for muscle support 💪
• Creamy and satisfying comfort meal
• Easy one-dish recipe (less cleanup)
• Can be customized with veggies

Q&A

Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
A: Yes—thighs will be even juicier.

Q: Can I make it lighter?
A: Use Greek yogurt and low-fat milk.

Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Yes—assemble and refrigerate, then bake later.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes—freeze before or after baking.

Q: What to serve with it?
A: Rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies.