Bruschetta Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your dinner game with these irresistible Bruschetta Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a perfect blend of fresh flavors and gooey, melty goodness. This dish combines tender chicken breasts stuffed with a vibrant bruschetta filling of sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a duo of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned to perfection with garlic, Italian herbs, and a splash of balsamic vinegar. The chicken is seared to a golden crust and finished in the oven, locking in all the juicy, savory flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant date night meal, this recipe is a one-pan wonder that pairs beautifully with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite pasta. Impress your family and guests with this restaurant-quality meal made right in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet and set aside.
Prepare the bruschetta filling: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine and set aside.
Prepare the chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the thickest side of each chicken breast. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff the chicken breasts: Spoon the bruschetta filling into the pocket of each chicken breast, being careful not to overfill. Use toothpicks to secure the edges of the chicken breast to seal the filling inside.
Season the chicken: Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper over the outside of the chicken breasts, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
Sear the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Bake the chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve the stuffed chicken breasts with your favorite side dish, such as a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.2 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 3927 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 247.8 g | 496% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1146 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*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.
