Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
Description
This cheesy, creamy, and flavor-packed Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast is the ultimate weeknight dinner! Tender, juicy chicken is filled with a rich and savory broccoli and cheese mixture, then baked to perfection for a meal that’s both comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- broccoli florets, steamed and finely chopped
- shredded cheddar cheese
- cream cheese, softened
- cloves garlic, minced
- dried thyme
- paprika
- red pepper flakes (optional)
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
- Flatten the chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even ½-inch thickness.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar, cream cheese, minced garlic, thyme, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well mixed.
- Stuff the chicken: Spoon the broccoli cheese mixture onto one side of each chicken breast. Carefully roll them up, enclosing the filling. Secure with toothpicks or cooking twine to keep everything in place.
- Bake: Place the stuffed chicken seam-side down in the greased baking dish. Drizzle the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with extra salt and pepper if desired.
- Cook to perfection: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)
- Rest & Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.