Chicken Breasts Crab Stuffed
Elevate your dinner game with these irresistible Crab-Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a luxurious dish perfect for special occasions or gourmet weeknight dining. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are carefully butterflied and filled with a luscious mixture of lump crab meat, creamy cheese, fragrant garlic, and fresh parsley, complemented by a bright splash of lemon juice. Coated in a crisp, golden crust made from panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of paprika, this recipe delivers a delightful contrast of textures. Baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, these stuffed chicken breasts are not only visually stunning but also bursting with rich, seafood-infused flavor. Serve them with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables for an elegant and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress. Keywords: crab-stuffed chicken breasts, stuffed chicken recipe, gourmet dinner ideas, chicken and seafood recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup Lump crab meat
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Using a sharp knife, cut a slit horizontally along the side of each chicken breast to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and half the salt and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with an equal amount of the crab mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks if needed.
In a shallow dish, mix the panko breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese, paprika, and the rest of the salt and pepper.
Brush the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with olive oil, then coat them evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are spaced out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
Remove toothpicks, if used, before serving. Garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Crab Stuffed Chicken Breasts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2713 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 130.9 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.2 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 937 mg | 312% | |
| Sodium | 6289 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 318.0 g | 636% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1716 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2960 mg | 63% | |
*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.
