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Chicken Stuffed with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Melted Cheese

Chicken Stuffed with Garlic Butter Mushrooms and Melted Cheese

A savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with garlic butter mushrooms and melted cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts ideal for creating a tender pocket to hold all the delicious filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances the natural flavors and balances the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adds a touch of spice to elevate the overall taste.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms these provide an earthy richness that pairs beautifully with garlic butter.
  • 4 tablespoons Garlic butter infuses the mushrooms with a robust flavor, perfect for our stuffing.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese mozzarella or cheddar brings creaminess and binds the filling together.
For Searing and Baking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil used for searing the chicken, ensuring a golden, crispy exterior before baking.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • knife
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat and add the chopped mushrooms. Cook until they soften and release their juices, about 5 minutes.
  3. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through. Stuff the chicken breasts generously with the mushroom mixture and shredded cheese.
  5. Secure the pockets with toothpicks.
  6. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in the same skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown.
  7. Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked and the cheese is melted.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with a little extra garlic butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 37gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to cut the pockets carefully and season each layer well to enhance flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.

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