Million-Dollar Chicken Gourmet-Style (Printable Version)
Tender chicken with rich cream cheese sauce and a golden, crispy topping for an elevated meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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0.5 teaspoon paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Creamy Million-Dollar Sauce
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115 grams cream cheese, softened
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60 millilitres mayonnaise
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60 millilitres sour cream
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60 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
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50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 clove garlic, minced
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0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Topping and Garnish
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Crispy shallots or caramelized onions, to taste
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Microgreens or arugula, for garnish
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Pomegranate seeds, for garnish
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Balsamic glaze, optional, for drizzling
# Steps To Follow:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Pat chicken pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder on all sides.
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Heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat in a skillet. Place chicken skin-side down and sear until golden brown, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and transfer to a baking dish.
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In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes if using.
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Spread the creamy mixture evenly over each chicken piece in the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C and the topping is bubbling and golden.
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Scatter crispy shallots or caramelized onions over the baked chicken. Garnish with microgreens and pomegranate seeds. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired before serving.
# Notes and Tips:
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For extra crispiness, finish chicken under the grill for 1–2 minutes after baking.
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Bringing cream cheese to room temperature ensures a smoother sauce consistency.