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Chicken Stuffed with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Melted Cheese

Chicken Stuffed with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Melted Cheese

A delightful dish featuring boneless chicken breasts stuffed with garlic butter mushrooms and melted cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts use high-quality, fresh chicken for the juiciest results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances the natural flavors of the chicken and filling
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adds a subtle kick that balances the richness of the dish
For the Stuffing
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms opt for cremini or button mushrooms for a tasty filling
  • 4 tablespoons Garlic butter infuses the mushrooms with a rich, savory flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar works beautifully
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil use for searing the chicken

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

How to Make Chicken Stuffed with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Melted Cheese
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure your chicken cooks evenly and achieves a golden color.
  2. Sauté the mushrooms by heating garlic butter in a skillet for 5-7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  3. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
  4. Prepare the chicken breasts by making a pocket in each and stuff with mushroom mixture and cheese.
  5. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the stuffing inside while cooking.
  6. Sear the stuffed chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drizzle with extra garlic butter before serving for added flavor.

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