Pollo Magnifico

Indulge in the rich, Italian-inspired flavors of Pollo Magnifico—a comforting baked chicken dish that's as creamy as it is satisfying. This recipe stars tender, golden-browned chicken breasts smothered in a luscious combination of cream cheese, heavy cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all layered with vibrant marinara sauce for a tangy contrast. The finishing touch? A buttery panko breadcrumb topping that bakes to crispy perfection. Prepared in just one skillet and a baking dish, this show-stopping entrée is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant gathering. Garnished with fresh parsley and served alongside pasta, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread, Pollo Magnifico is sure to live up to its name as a magnificent meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, reduce the heat to low and add the cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the mixture is smooth.

Step 6

Mix in the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and creamy. Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 7

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

Lay the seared chicken breasts on top of the marinara, then spoon the cheese sauce generously over each piece of chicken.

Step 9

Top the chicken and cheese sauce with the remaining marinara sauce.

Step 10

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the chicken.

Step 11

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C) and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm with a side of pasta, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1533.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3498.7

Total Fat 234.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 1107.2mg	0%
Sodium 5687.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 278.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1583.6mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 396.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 5.4%