Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken recipe, a delightful combination of tender, juicy chicken breasts and a creamy, cheesy filling bursting with flavor. Featuring a rich mixture of steamed broccoli, sharp cheddar, and silky cream cheese, this dish is seasoned to perfection with garlic, paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper. Each chicken breast is carefully seared for a golden crust and then baked to mouthwatering perfection, creating a dish that’s as visually impressive as it is delicious. Perfect for a quick 45-minute meal, this family-friendly recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with your favorite side dishes to create a hearty, wholesome, and protein-packed meal everyone will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Steam the broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes or until slightly tender. Chop them into small pieces after cooling.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Lay each chicken breast flat on a cutting board and carefully slice into the side to create a pocket, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the broccoli-cheese mixture, using toothpicks to seal if necessary.
Rub the outside of the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet with the chicken to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.8 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 757 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 3814 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 249.7 g | 499% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 988 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 151 mg | 3% | |
*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.
