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Easy Broccoli And Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Recipe: A Perfect Weeknight Dinner
Juicy chicken breasts filled with a cheesy broccoli mixture, then seared and baked to perfection. This family-friendly dinner is great for meal prep, keto diets, or a weeknight dinner that feels fancy.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked broccoli chopped
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Toothpicks for sealing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Filling
- In a bowl, mix chopped broccoli, cheddar, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Butterfly Chicken
- Slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast (don’t cut all the way through).
- Stuff each breast with 2–3 tablespoons of the broccoli-cheese mixture.
- Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear stuffed chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden.
- Bake
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).
- Rest & Serve
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted veggies or salad.
Notes
- Add this to your weekly meal planner
- Turn it into a Pinterest Pin or printable card
- Include it in a stuffed chicken recipe roundup
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 36gFat: 18gFiber: 1g