Brie and Apple Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these indulgent Brie and Apple Chicken Breasts—a harmonious blend of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are stuffed with luscious Brie cheese and crisp apple slices, then seared to golden perfection before finishing in the oven with a drizzle of honey and butter for added richness. The fresh thyme lends an herby sophistication, while the sweet-tart apple slices provide just the right amount of balance to the dish. With its gourmet presentation and comforting flavor profile, this recipe is ideal for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to an elevated meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a deliciously elegant option for any occasion! Keywords: Brie and Apple Chicken Breasts, stuffed chicken recipe, easy gourmet chicken dinner, baked chicken with Brie, savory and sweet chicken dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 120 grams Brie cheese
- 1 large apple (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the Brie cheese into thin pieces and set it aside.
Core the apple, slice it thinly, and set it aside.
Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with a few slices of Brie and apple. Do not overstuff; ensure the edges of the chicken can still close.
Use toothpicks to secure the edges of the chicken breasts, if needed, to prevent the stuffing from falling out during cooking.
In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the outside of the chicken breasts.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pan from the heat.
Drizzle honey over the top of the chicken breasts and add the butter to the skillet.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before removing the toothpicks (if used).
Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh thyme, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.4 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.1 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 723 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 3631 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 240.0 g | 480% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
