Flavorful Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast
This exquisite Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast is filled with sautéed mushrooms, cream cheese, and Parmesan, delivering a deliciously creamy texture and vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushrooms and garlic, and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the sautéed mushrooms, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Stuff with the mushroom mixture, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider experimenting with different stuffing ingredients like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg