Creamy Herb-Infused Chicken Skillet
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this delicious Creamy Herb-Infused Chicken Skillet! In just 25 minutes, you can savor tender chicken breasts simmered in a luxurious creamy sauce infused with garden-fresh herbs and spices. This one-pan meal is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect match for bread rolls, fluffy rice, or buttery noodles. Impress your family and friends with this comforting dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive Oil
1 tablespoon (none)
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
4 pieces (about 1-1/4 lbs.) (trimmed and patted dry)
Lipton Recipe Secrets Vegetable Soup Mix
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope (none)
Milk
1 cup (none)
Water
1 cup (none)
Cream Cheese
4 ounces (cubed)
Instructions
1
In a 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear them for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Once browned, remove the chicken from the skillet and keep it warm on a plate.
3
In the same skillet, add the vegetable soup mix, milk, and water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add the cubed cream cheese to the skillet, stirring until it melts and creates a creamy sauce. Continue to simmer for an additional 3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6
Return the browned chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over it. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7
Serve the creamy chicken with your choice of biscuits, rice, or noodles, drizzling the sauce on top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Creamy Herb-Infused Chicken Skillet?
It is a quick one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a luxurious creamy sauce infused with garden-fresh herbs.
How long does it take to cook this recipe?
The total preparation and cooking time for this recipe is approximately 25 minutes.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What are the main ingredients for the chicken skillet?
The main ingredients include chicken breast halves, olive oil, vegetable soup mix, milk, water, and cream cheese.
What type of chicken should I use?
Use 1-1/4 lbs. of boneless skinless chicken breast halves, trimmed and patted dry.
Which soup mix is recommended for this dish?
The recipe calls for one 1.25-ounce envelope of Lipton Recipe Secrets Vegetable Soup Mix.
How much cream cheese is required?
You will need 4 ounces of cream cheese, cubed for easy melting.
What size skillet is best for this recipe?
A 12-inch skillet is the ideal size for even cooking and accommodating all ingredients.
How should I sear the chicken?
Sear the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
What is the target internal temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to be safely cooked.
What liquids are used to make the sauce?
The sauce is made using 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of water combined with the soup mix.
How do I prepare the sauce base?
Add the soup mix, milk, and water to the skillet, stir well, and bring the mixture to a boil.
How long should the sauce simmer before adding cream cheese?
Reduce the heat and let the sauce mixture simmer uncovered for about 4 minutes.
How do I incorporate the cream cheese?
Add the cubed cream cheese to the skillet and stir until it melts into a creamy sauce.
How long should the sauce simmer after adding cream cheese?
Simmer for an additional 3 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken properly.
When do I return the chicken to the skillet?
Return the chicken to the skillet after the cream cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
What should I do once the chicken is back in the skillet?
Spoon some sauce over the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes until fully cooked.
What are the best side dishes for this creamy chicken?
This dish pairs perfectly with biscuits, fluffy rice, or buttery noodles.
Is this a one-pan meal?
Yes, this is a convenient one-pan dish which makes for easy cleanup.
Can I use a different type of oil?
While olive oil is recommended, you can use other cooking oils with high smoke points like vegetable or canola oil.
Is the chicken prepared in any specific way?
The chicken breast halves should be trimmed of excess fat and patted dry before searing.
Does the recipe require salt and pepper?
The Lipton Recipe Secrets Vegetable Soup Mix provides most of the seasoning, but you can add more to taste.
What temperature should the oil be when adding chicken?
The olive oil should be heated over medium-high heat until it is shimmering.
Should the skillet be covered while simmering?
No, the instructions specify to simmer the sauce uncovered.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
It has a rich, creamy, and herb-infused flavor profile thanks to the cream cheese and vegetable soup mix.
Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
Yes, but you must ensure they are completely thawed and patted dry before you begin the searing process.
How much olive oil do I need?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
What type of milk is best for the sauce?
Standard dairy milk works best; whole milk will provide the richest results.
How do I serve the sauce?
Serve the chicken with your choice of base and drizzle the extra creamy sauce on top.
Is this recipe suitable for a weeknight dinner?
Yes, because it takes only 25 minutes and minimal ingredients, it is an ideal easy weeknight dinner recipe.