Description
Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken is a delicious and satisfying dish featuring chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of broccoli and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the broccoli and cheese mixture, dividing it evenly between the two breasts.
- If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top of each stuffed chicken breast for added crunch.
- Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the stuffing mixture.
- You can substitute the broccoli with spinach or kale for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg