Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken
A decadent stuffed chicken dish inspired by Ruth’s Chris, featuring a rich cheese filling and satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (like parsley or basil), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine mozzarella, parmesan, cream cheese, minced garlic, and chopped herbs in a large bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Fill each chicken breast generously with the cheese mixture.
- Season the outside of each stuffed breast with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Consider adding sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for variations. Serve with sides like mashed potatoes or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg