Cheesy Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Delicious chicken breasts stuffed with cheesy broccoli filling, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground paprika
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets (chopped)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- to taste kosher salt
- to taste ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub the seasoning mixture evenly onto each breast.
- In another bowl, combine the broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Carefully cut a wide pocket in each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the broccoli and cheese filling, ensuring they are well filled.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side, just until golden brown.
- Once all the chicken is seared, place the skillet in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding some herbs like thyme or rosemary to the filling. You can substitute the broccoli with spinach or other vegetables of your choice. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.