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Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

Delicious Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast for Easy Dinners

Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast is a savory dish that elevates weeknight dinners with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and creamy cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (White Button or Cremini) Wipe with a damp paper towel
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Substitute with less dried thyme if necessary
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Can be replaced with kale or other leafy greens
  • 1 cup Cheese (e.g., Mozzarella or Parmesan) Any melty cheese
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C/390°F or 180°C fan-forced.
  2. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast, about 3-4 inches wide.
  3. Season the inside and outside of each chicken breast with half the salt and pepper.
  4. Melt butter in an oven-proof skillet over high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Add minced garlic, fresh thyme, and remaining salt and pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in baby spinach until just wilted.
  7. Stuff each chicken pocket with the mushroom mixture and top with cheese. Seal the pocket with toothpicks.
  8. Wipe the skillet clean, heat oil, and sear the chicken on each side for about 1.5 minutes until golden.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the oven; bake for about 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 65°C/149°F.
  10. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.

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