Chicken with Creamy Zucchini and Lime Stuffing
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Chicken with Creamy Zucchini and Lime Stuffing, a dish that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a vibrant, flavorful stuffing. This recipe features a luscious filling made from grated zucchini, tangy cream cheese, fresh lime zest, and garlic, bringing a burst of freshness to every bite. The chicken is pan-seared to a golden perfection, topped with a sprinkle of crispy breadcrumbs, and finished in the oven for a perfectly moist and flavorful main dish. With just the right balance of creamy, citrusy, and savory flavors, this meal is a showstopper that’s easy enough for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad, and garnish with fresh parsley and lime wedges for a beautiful finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchini
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 large lime
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 cup bread crumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the stuffing: Grate the zucchini using a medium-sized grater and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
In a bowl, combine the grated zucchini, cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, zest and juice of the lime, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Prepare the chicken: Use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of the zucchini mixture, securing the edges with toothpicks if necessary.
Season the outside of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before removing toothpicks and serving.
Garnish with extra chopped parsley and lime wedges, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.1 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 719 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 7233 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 229.7 g | 459% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*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.
