Cheesy Garlic Chicken Recipe

This family-favorite Cheesy Garlic Chicken recipe, inspired by a Lipton recipe book, is incredibly easy to make and delivers unbelievably delicious results! Juicy chicken breasts are bathed in a creamy garlic soup mixture, topped with melted cheese, and baked to perfection. Double the recipe for a crowd-pleasing meal without sacrificing flavor! Ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 254.6 kcal
Protein 68g
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Ingredients for Cheesy Garlic Chicken

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How to Make Cheesy Garlic Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  3. Top chicken breasts with one (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together one (1 ounce) packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix, 1/2 cup water, and 2 tablespoons olive oil until completely smooth.
  5. Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken and tomatoes.
  6. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 165°F (74°C).
  7. Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve immediately. Enjoy with crusty Italian bread or garlic Texas toast, if desired!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

23g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheesy Garlic Chicken?

Cheesy Garlic Chicken takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheesy Garlic Chicken?

Cheesy Garlic Chicken has approximately 254.6 calories per serving, with about 68 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheesy Garlic Chicken?

The key ingredients for Cheesy Garlic Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Tomatoes, Lipton Recipe Secrets Savory Herb With Garlic Soup Mix, Water, Olive Oil, Mozzarella Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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