Description
Savor Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken, a luxurious Southern-style dish blending creamy spinach and tender chicken breast with rich, golden-brown perfection. Culinary enthusiasts will delight in this restaurant-quality masterpiece that brings comfort and elegance to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Extras:
- Toothpicks for sealing
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a blazing 450F (230C), preparing for a culinary transformation.
- Create a luxurious filling by blending cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper into a silky, uniform mixture.
- Carefully carve a discreet pocket along the side of each chicken breast, maintaining the structural integrity of the meat.
- Generously fill each chicken breast with the creamy mixture, using toothpicks to seal the delicate opening and prevent spillage.
- Massage the exterior of the chicken with olive oil, then dust with a layer of paprika, salt, and pepper for a flavor-packed exterior.
- Ignite a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts, developing a golden-brown crust for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 165F (74C).
- Allow the chicken to rest briefly, permitting juices to redistribute, then present this succulent dish for an extraordinary dining experience.
Notes
- Choose chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Pat chicken dry before stuffing to help seasoning adhere better and create a crispier exterior.
- Remove toothpicks carefully before serving to prevent accidental biting or choking.
- Substitute low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version without compromising flavor intensity.
- Allow chicken to rest after cooking so juices redistribute, keeping meat tender and moist.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee precise doneness and food safety every time.
- For gluten-free option, confirm all seasonings are certified gluten-free before preparation.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried parsley for more vibrant, garden-fresh flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 531 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg