Description
Succulent cheesy garlic butter mushroom stuffed chicken brings Italian-inspired comfort straight to your dinner table. Creamy mushroom filling and melted cheese create an irresistible main course you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese and Mushroom Filling:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings and Flavoring:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking environment.
- Sizzle minced garlic in melted butter until aromatic, then introduce sliced mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and become tender.
- Create a deep pocket within each chicken breast using a sharp knife, carefully avoiding cutting through completely.
- Season chicken breasts internally and externally with salt, freshly ground pepper, smoky paprika, and fragrant Italian herbs.
- Generously fill each chicken pocket with the sautéed mushroom mixture and creamy mozzarella cheese, ensuring even distribution.
- Secure the chicken openings with toothpicks if needed to prevent filling from spilling during cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high temperature, creating a golden sear on both sides of the chicken until rich brown color develops.
- Carefully transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven and roast for 22-27 minutes, ensuring internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 4-6 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute and maintain moisture.
Notes
- Swap mozzarella with dairy-free cheese alternatives for lactose-intolerant guests, ensuring everyone enjoys this delectable dish.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption and perfectly cooked protein.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to prevent accidentally biting into them and creating an unpleasant dining experience.
- Opt for low-sodium seasonings if watching salt intake, maintaining flavor while supporting heart-healthy eating habits.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 394 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg