Description
A delicious and comforting dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of broccoli, cheddar, and cream cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast, ensuring they are deep enough for the stuffing.
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the broccoli and cheese mixture, distributing evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Be careful not to overcook the chicken; it can become dry if left in the oven too long. Letting it rest after baking is crucial for juicy meat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg