Description
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a deliciously comforting dish featuring juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a savory blend of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and three types of cheese. Seared to golden perfection and baked until tender, this recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley, it balances richness with fresh herbaceous notes.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 additional tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
Filling
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and nicely browned.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Combine Cheeses and Seasonings: Mix in the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until the cheeses melt and the filling is well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Chicken Breasts: Carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through, to create space for the filling.
- Stuff Chicken: Spoon the cheesy mushroom mixture evenly into each chicken breast pocket, ensuring they are well filled.
- Sear Chicken: Heat a little more olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the seared stuffed chicken breasts to a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately to enjoy the cheesy, garlicky flavors at their best.
Notes
- Make sure not to overstuff the chicken breasts to avoid the filling spilling out during cooking.
- You can use button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms depending on your preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with low-fat cream cheese.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness to avoid overcooking.
- Serving with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad complements this dish well.
