Description
Savory cheesy garlic butter mushroom stuffed chicken promises culinary elegance with its rich Mediterranean flavors. Succulent chicken breasts deliver a delightful combination of earthy mushrooms and melted cheese you will crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
Mushrooms and Aromatics:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 4 ounces) mushrooms, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by carefully slicing horizontally to create a deep pocket, ensuring the cut does not completely separate the meat.
- Combine chopped mushrooms, creamy mozzarella, rich cream cheese, and aromatic Italian seasoning in a mixing bowl to create a flavorful stuffing.
- Generously fill each chicken breast with the prepared mushroom and cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Secure the stuffed chicken openings using toothpicks to prevent the filling from leaking during cooking.
- Enhance the chicken’s flavor by sprinkling salt and pepper evenly across the surface.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature, then carefully sear the stuffed chicken for approximately 3 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish, maintaining its shape and integrity.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and gently saute minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, releasing its fragrant aroma.
- Drizzle the garlic-infused butter over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Roast in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches a safe internal temperature.
- Remove toothpicks before serving and enjoy the delectable, cheese-filled chicken hot from the oven.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh mushrooms like cremini or white button for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Slice chicken breasts carefully to create an even pocket without piercing through, ensuring a uniform stuffing distribution.
- Pat chicken breasts dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and crispy exterior.
- Opt for low-fat cream cheese and mozzarella to create a lighter version of this indulgent dish without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg