Description
Deliciously cheesy stuffed chicken breasts baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Use a sharp knife to create a pocket in each chicken breast for the cheese mixture.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture, ensuring they are well filled.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Feel free to add other herbs and spices to the cheese mixture for extra flavor.
- Pairs well with steamed vegetables or a salad.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg