Description

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a savory blend of sautéed mushrooms, onions, garlic, herbs, and melty cheese, then seared and baked to perfection for an elegant yet easy dinner.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)

1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for searing)

Salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper (for seasoning chicken)

1 onion, finely diced

8 oz sliced mushrooms (baby Bella or white)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Italian seasoning

¼ tsp dried thyme

4 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup shredded provolone cheese or mozzarella slices

1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Add garlic, Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in mushrooms and cook until liquid evaporates, about 5–7 minutes.
Let mixture cool slightly, then stir in cream cheese, provolone, and chives.
Slice a pocket into each chicken breast. Season inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Stuff each pocket with mushroom mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Heat additional olive oil in the skillet. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden (not cooked through).
Transfer skillet to oven and bake 20–25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Swap provolone with mozzarella or parmesan for a different flavor.
Use spinach or kale instead of mushrooms for a lighter version.
Add bacon or sun-dried tomatoes to the stuffing for extra flavor.
Try goat cheese or Gorgonzola for a tangy twist.
Secure pockets with toothpicks to minimize filling leaks.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
Calories: 380
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 140mg