Description
This Best Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe combines tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of broccoli, cheddar, and cream cheese, seasoned with garlic powder and baked to perfection. It’s a flavorful, comforting meal perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Stuffing
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Prepare the stuffing mixture: In a bowl, combine chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Create pockets in chicken breasts: Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, making sure not to slice all the way through.
- Stuff the chicken: Spoon the broccoli cheese mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast, filling them evenly.
- Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and brown them on both sides until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to baking dish: Move the browned stuffed chicken breasts into a baking dish to prepare for baking.
- Bake the chicken: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess water before mixing.
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as thyme or parsley to the stuffing mixture.
- Ensure not to overfill the chicken pockets to prevent the stuffing from spilling out during cooking.
- Cooking times may vary based on chicken breast thickness; always check for doneness.
- Use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
