Broccoli Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Broccoli Stuffed Chicken recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are generously stuffed with a creamy filling of tender broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and velvety cream cheese, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder for a savory kick. A paprika-spiced rub coats each chicken breast, delivering bold flavor and a tantalizing golden crust. Seared to perfection in olive oil and finished in the oven, this dish achieves a mouthwatering balance of crisp-tender chicken and rich, cheesy stuffing. Ideal for a quick yet impressive weeknight meal, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes and serves four. Pair it with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a satisfying, protein-packed dinner that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent. Whether you're looking to impress guests or treat your family to something special, Broccoli Stuffed Chicken is guaranteed to shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 150 grams Broccoli florets
- 100 grams Shredded cheddar cheese
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 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 tender, then chop them finely.
In a medium bowl, combine the steamed broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well to form the filling.
Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of the broccoli and cheese filling, then secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary.
In a small bowl, mix the paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove any toothpicks before plating.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Broccoli Stuffed Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2186 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 119.7 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 780 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 3873 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 251.0 g | 502% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 962 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
