Creamy Chicken and Vegetable bake

Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner recipe? This creamy chicken and vegetable bake is a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you'll have a mouth-watering meal ready in no time.

If you need it to cook quicker try using chicken pieces or smaller chicken breasts so it can cook quicker.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mediterranean

Servings 2 people

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

2 medium-sized carrots sliced
1/2 small onion sliced
1 stock cube
1 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
150 g cream cheese
2 pieces of chicken breast
Salt to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
In a large oven-proof dish, combine sliced carrots and chopped onion.
Add a stock cube and 1 cup of boiling water.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of Italian herb seasoning.
Add 150g of cream cheese and stir all of it until melted and smooth.
Place 2 pieces of chicken breast in the oven-proof dish and pour some of the creamy sauce over the top.
Sprinkle with salt to taste.
Bake in the oven for 40 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through.
Make sure the chicken is cooked through and adjust cooking time if required. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Ingredient Swap Ideas:

Use different types of vegetables, such as zucchini or bell peppers, in place of carrots.
Substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs or pork chops.
Use Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of cream cheese for a lighter sauce.

Side Dish Suggestions:

Roasted potatoes: slice potatoes thinly and roast in the oven with olive oil and salt until crispy.
Garlic bread: slice a baguette and spread garlic butter on each slice. Bake in the oven until crispy.
Green salad: toss together mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and a vinaigrette dressing for a light and refreshing side dish.
Rice or pasta cooked as per the instructions.

Keyword chicken