Description
This juicy and flavorful chicken is stuffed with a cheesy garlic butter mushroom mixture, making it a perfect dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Mix the cooked mushrooms with softened butter and cheese.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the mushroom mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the stuffed chicken in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley to the stuffing. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 40g