Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a creamy, flavorful mushroom and cheese filling. Each bite delivers an explosion of taste, making it perfect for both cozy family dinners and elegant gatherings. With its golden crust and rich filling, this recipe is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings after a long day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to create a pocket.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté mushrooms and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cooked mushrooms and garlic with cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Spoon the mixture into each chicken breast pocket and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg