Description
Succulent chicken breasts embrace rich cheesy garlic butter mushroom stuffing in this irresistible culinary masterpiece. Elegant Mediterranean flavors merge with hearty ingredients, promising a delightful dining experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (907 grams)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) cream cheese
Herbs, Vegetables, and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a toasty 400F (200C), preparing for a delectable culinary transformation.
- Sizzle mushrooms and minced garlic in a skillet with olive oil, stirring occasionally until they develop a rich, golden-brown caramelization.
- Remove skillet from heat and fold in a creamy blend of Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese, creating a luxurious mushroom filling.
- Carefully slice a deep pocket into each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut completely through the meat.
- Generously stuff the chicken breasts with the decadent mushroom and cheese mixture, securing the filling inside.
- Season the stuffed chicken breasts with a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts until they develop a gorgeous golden-brown exterior on both sides.
- Transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, ensuring the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches a safe internal temperature.
- Once done, delicately garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately, revealing the luscious, cheese-filled interior when sliced.
Notes
- Slice chicken breasts carefully to create a deep pocket without cutting through, ensuring an even stuffing distribution.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother blending with other cheeses and easier stuffing consistency.
- Choose cremini or baby bella mushrooms for richer, deeper flavor that complements the cheesy filling perfectly.
- Pat chicken breasts dry before searing to achieve a beautiful golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg