Crab Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your dinner table with this incredibly flavorful Crab Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe, perfect for a special occasion or indulgent weeknight meal. Tender chicken breasts are filled with a luscious mixture of lump crab meat, creamy cheese, Parmesan, garlic, and green onions, creating a decadent center bursting with savory, seafood-inspired goodness. Coated in a golden, buttery panko topping, these stuffed chicken breasts bake to perfection with a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Ready in under an hour, this gourmet dish is as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal straight from your oven. Keywords: crab stuffed chicken breasts, seafood stuffed chicken, gourmet chicken recipe, easy stuffed chicken, baked chicken breast recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Lump crab meat
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.33 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
In a medium bowl, combine the lump crab meat, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.
Spoon an equal amount of the crab mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure the opening with toothpicks if needed to keep the filling from spilling out.
Rub the outsides of the chicken breasts with olive oil, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts for a crisp topping.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Carefully remove the toothpicks, if used.
Serve warm, garnished with additional chopped green onions or a side of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 223 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 1088 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 69.4 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 731 mg | 16% | |
*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.
