Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Chicken with Broccoli, featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy broccoli mixture. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your dining table. With its crispy topping and vibrant filling, it’s bound to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Blanch chopped broccoli in boiling water for 3 minutes; drain and finely chop.
- In a bowl, combine broccoli, cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until mixed well.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket; stuff generously with the broccoli mixture.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish. Drizzle olive oil over each piece and sprinkle panko breadcrumbs on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg