Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts
A cozy, family-friendly dish featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy broccoli and cheddar mixture. This recipe combines the comfort of melted cheese with a fresh herb lift, all wrapped in a golden sear and finished in the oven.
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Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese room temp
- 1 tbsp chopped chives or parsley, basil, etc.
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- 1 pinch seasonings optional: cumin, paprika, or Italian blend
- ¼ cup olive oil divided
- salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Microwave broccoli with 2 tbsp water, covered, for 2 minutes. Drain and chop into small pieces.
- In a bowl, mix chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, chives, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Cut a deep slit into the side of each chicken breast to create a pocket, then fill evenly with the cheese mixture.
- Rub the chicken with half of the olive oil, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and optional spices like paprika or cumin.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Try swapping cheddar for pepper jack or add red chili flakes for extra heat. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3 to 4 days; reheat to 165°F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 738kcalCarbohydrates: 7.5gProtein: 83.5gFat: 40.8gSaturated Fat: 14.2gTrans Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g