Cherry Stuffed Grilled Chicken
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Cherry Stuffed Grilled Chicken recipe—an elegant yet approachable main dish that's bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are delicately stuffed with a luscious mixture of sweet cherries, creamy goat cheese, fragrant basil, and a hint of honey before being grilled to smoky perfection. A simple olive oil, garlic, and seasoning blend ensures each bite is rich with flavor, while the grill locks in all the juices and imparts a subtle char. Perfect for summer barbecues, date nights, or impressing guests, this recipe offers a gourmet twist on stuffed chicken that’s as beautiful to serve as it is delicious to eat. For a stunning presentation, garnish with fresh basil and pair with a crisp summer salad or roasted vegetables. Prepare to savor every bite of this crowd-pleasing grilled chicken recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup Goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 pieces Wooden toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F).
Lay each chicken breast flat on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
In a small bowl, combine the fresh cherries, goat cheese, chopped basil, and honey. Mix gently until well combined.
Spoon the cherry cheese mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast. Use wooden toothpicks to secure the edges of each pocket and keep the filling inside.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the olive oil mixture generously over both sides of the stuffed chicken breasts.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 7-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is fully cooked through.
Carefully remove the toothpicks from each chicken breast before serving.
Serve the cherry stuffed grilled chicken hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.5 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 3961 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.2 g | ||
| Protein | 268.1 g | 536% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2281 mg | 49% | |
*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.
