Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast is filled with a delicious broccoli cheese mixture, seared in a skillet and then baked to perfection. Super easy and super scrumptious! Succulent, crispy edged chicken breasts, stuffed with a dreamy, creamy filling of cheddar, cream cheese and broccoli. These Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts are literally packed with flavor. Easy to whip up and perfect for a hearty weeknight main. Why this is so good
Ingredients
For the Filling:
How to make this Broccoli Cheese Stuffed ChickenBe sure to scroll to the bottom for the full recipe Mix the seasoning ingredients, drizzle olive onto the chicken breasts and rub in the seasoning. Then combine the filling ingredients in a bowl and set aside. Cut a pocket in the chicken breasts and stuff with the filling, then sear the chicken on each side, in a skillet. Then bake the chicken for around 30 mins, serve and enjoy! What to serve with Cheese Stuffed ChickenServe this easy chicken dinner with a fresh side salad, garlic green beans or some mushroom rice. If you want it even more hearty, you could go for some mashed or roasted potatoes. For a healthier twist, try some grains like couscous or quinoa. This Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a dish that marries up with a variety of sides! How to Butterfly a chicken breastButterflying chicken breasts for stuffing is all about making a secure pocket for the stuffing rather than cutting the chicken all the way through. Use a sharp knife to slice each chicken breasts horizontally to form a pocket – be sure not stop cutting about 1/2 inch from the sides and back of the chicken breasts so you aren’t cutting all the way through. How do you know when the Stuffed Chicken Breast is done?The best way to avoid eating undercooked chicken would be to test it with a digital food thermometer. The internal temperature of the stuffed chicken breast should be 165*F in order to be sure that the chicken is cooked thoroughly and ready. Make the Perfect PocketDon’t cut your chicken breast all the way through, just enough to create a pocket. Top Tips
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Have you tried this Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken? Feel free to leave a star rating and I’d love to hear from you in the comments below! Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 30 minutes Total Time : 40 minutes
For the Filling:
Chop your broccoli florets nice and small so they can all fit inside the chicken. Pick large chicken breasts. Don’t cut your chicken breast all the way through, just enough to create a pocket. If you don’t have an oven safe skillet, you can sear the chicken in a skillet first, then transfer to an oven safe dish. Nutrition Facts Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Amount Per Serving Calories 603 Calories from Fat 351 % Daily Value* Fat 39g60% Saturated Fat 14g88% Cholesterol 206mg69% Sodium 1156mg50% Potassium 1053mg30% Carbohydrates 6g2% Fiber 1g4% Sugar 2g2% Protein 55g110% Vitamin A 1125IU23% Vitamin C 44mg53% Calcium 176mg18% Iron 2mg11% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Course:Main Course Cuisine:American
Meet Becky HardinHi, I’m Becky! If you love chicken, you’re in the right place! We are all about the easy chicken recipes for every occasion. Reader InteractionsHow long do you bake bacon wrapped chicken breast?Bake bacon wrapped chicken at 425 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes, brushing the tops of the chicken breasts with the pan sauce halfway through. Broil for 1 to 3 minutes (if you'd like to crisp the bacon). Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, let rest for a few minutes, then DIG IN!
How do you make a really good stuffed chicken?For best results, bake 20 minutes, flip the stuffed chicken, and then bake for another 18-20 minutes. Allow to cool for 1-2 minutes. Enjoy! This product is raw - Due to variations in ovens, cooking times may vary.
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