Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breast – Easy Dinner Recipe!
Ingredients
For The Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For The Filling:
- 1 cup chopped broccoli steamed or blanched
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat And Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour grease, or line it with parchment paper, for easy clean-up.
Butterfly The Chicken
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through. This will be the cavity for the broccoli filling.
Season The Chicken
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season both sides generously with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika.
Make The Filling
- In a bowl, mix the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Stuff The Chicken
- Divide the filling evenly among the chicken breasts, using a spoon to gently press it into the pockets. Use toothpicks if required to secure the filling in place.
Bake To Perfection
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts within the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
Serve And Enjoy
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove the toothpicks and get ready to dig in!