Grilled Basil and Garlic Stuffed Chicken
Elevate your next summertime meal with this Grilled Basil and Garlic Stuffed Chicken—a dish that’s equal parts impressive and delicious. Juicy, boneless chicken breasts are carefully butterflied and stuffed with a fragrant blend of fresh basil, minced garlic, and shredded Parmesan cheese, creating a flavorful, cheesy filling that infuses every bite. Sealed with toothpicks and brushed with olive oil, these chicken bundles are grilled to perfection, delivering a smoky char that enhances the herbaceous and garlicky filling. Perfectly seasoned with simple spices and served with optional lemon wedges for a bright, zesty kick, this recipe is a quick yet gourmet choice for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners. Ready in under 45 minutes and featuring just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this stuffed chicken will impress family and guests with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 pieces toothpicks
- 1 can non-stick cooking spray
- 1 piece optional lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, shredded Parmesan cheese, and roughly-chopped fresh basil leaves. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to combine into a paste-like consistency.
Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of the basil-garlic mixture. Close the edges of the chicken breasts and secure with 2-3 toothpicks to keep the filling in place.
Brush the outside of each chicken breast with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season lightly with the remaining salt and black pepper.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F) and spray the grates with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Place the stuffed chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side with the lid closed, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165°F using a meat thermometer.
Remove the toothpicks carefully before serving. Garnish with optional lemon wedges for a zesty finish.
Serve warm and enjoy your Grilled Basil and Garlic Stuffed Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.3 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 3559 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 233.4 g | 467% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1928 mg | 41% | |
*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.
