Savory Stuffed Chicken Breasts Seasoned Cream Cheese Stuffing
Elevate your dinner routine with these irresistibly **Savory Stuffed Chicken Breasts seasoned with a rich cream cheese filling**. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken pockets generously stuffed with a decadent blend of softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan, fresh parsley, and aromatic Italian seasoning. A golden sear in olive oil locks in the flavor, while a quick bake in the oven delivers perfectly cooked chicken with a creamy, melted filling that bursts with savory goodness. Finished with a dusting of paprika for added flair, these stuffed chicken breasts are a showstopping centerpiece for any meal. Simple to prepare yet impressively elegant, they're perfect for a weeknight dinner or your next dinner party. Serve alongside roasted vegetables, buttery mashed potatoes, or a crisp garden salad for a complete and truly satisfying feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 8 pieces Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture. Secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twine to prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. This step helps lock in the juices.
Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle paprika over the top of the chicken if desired for extra color and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before removing the toothpicks or twine.
Serve the stuffed chicken breasts warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1252 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.2 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
