Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
An impressive yet easy chicken dinner featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with broccoli and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, almost all the way through, to create a pocket.
- Carefully stuff the broccoli and cheese mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast.
- Secure the opening of each chicken breast with toothpicks to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, serve with a side salad or steamed green beans.
- You can substitute Gruyere or Monterey Jack cheese for cheddar.
- Ensure the broccoli is finely chopped for easier stuffing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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