Description
Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken with a savory mushroom filling, perfect for a delightful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and mushrooms until soft.
- In a bowl, mix the sautéed mushrooms with cream cheese and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the mushroom mixture.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and season the tops with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include herbs like thyme or rosemary in the stuffing.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast, Chicken Recipes, Dinner Ideas