Description
Succulent chicken breasts meet luxurious mushroom stuffing in this Mediterranean-inspired Stuffed Mushroom Chicken masterpiece. Savory herbs and creamy cheese elevate each bite, promising a delightful dinner that will impress you with its elegant simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 medium chicken breasts
Cheeses:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup sauteed mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Fats:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F and create deep pockets in chicken breasts, then season thoroughly with salt and pepper.
- Combine creamy cheeses, finely chopped mushrooms, and fragrant thyme to create a rich, aromatic filling.
- Carefully stuff prepared chicken pockets with the cheese-mushroom mixture, securing edges with toothpicks to prevent filling from escaping.
- Heat a skillet with butter and sear chicken breasts until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer seared chicken to preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- In the same skillet, melt additional butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, stirring in fresh parsley and cracked black pepper.
- Allow sauce to simmer and reduce for 3-4 minutes until it reaches a slightly thickened consistency.
- Gently return baked chicken to the skillet, coating each piece generously with the creamy garlic sauce before serving.
Notes
- Use sharp knife to create clean, even pockets in chicken without cutting through, ensuring even stuffing distribution.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve golden-brown sear and prevent excess moisture.
- Try different cheese combinations like Swiss, provolone, or goat cheese for varied flavor profiles.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat-based ingredients with cornstarch or alternative thickeners in sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 369 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg