Description
Cranberry and Brie Stuffed Chicken is a deliciously elegant dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with creamy Brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce. Perfect for a festive meal or a special dinner, this recipe combines savory and sweet flavors with a hint of herbs, cooked to golden perfection in a skillet and oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Filling
- 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (fresh or canned)
Seasoning and Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken later.
- Create Chicken Pockets: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing all the way through, creating space for the filling.
- Season Chicken: Season each chicken breast thoroughly with salt, pepper, and dried thyme for flavor enhancement.
- Stuff Chicken: Fill each pocket with slices of Brie cheese and approximately 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce. Secure the opening with toothpicks if needed to hold the filling.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Remove toothpicks and garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme before serving.
Notes
- If fresh cranberry sauce is unavailable, canned cranberry sauce works well as a convenient alternative.
- Ensure the chicken pockets are securely closed to prevent filling from spilling during cooking.
- Use an oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring chicken to another dish for baking.
- Resting the chicken after baking helps retain moisture and improves tenderness.
- Pair with a light salad or steamed vegetables to balance the richness of the filling.
