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Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breast with Zucchini

These Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breasts with zucchini, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese are delicious and perfect if you're looking for a high protein dinner idea.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 429 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 6-ounce zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 ounces sharp cheddar (shredded*)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/2 ounces 1/3 less fat (block, not tub cream cheese, softened)
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Olive oil spray
  • Toothpicks

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Use a sharp knife to slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. Make sure you don't cut all the way through, just enough to create a place for the zucchini mixture to go.
  3. In a medium bowl combine the zucchini filling ingredients.
  4. Divide the zucchini mixture between the chicken breasts and stuff into each. Skewer each breast along the seam with toothpicks to keep the filling in place.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  6. Season both sides of each chicken breast with the spice mixture and set aside.
  7. Heat a large, oven-safe or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Spray evenly with olive oil then sear the chicken breasts on each side, for about 2 to 3 minutes, until browned. A large spatula works well here to flip the breasts while keeping the filling intact.
  8. Transfer skillet to oven to finish cooking, about 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken reaches 165 degrees F.  Alternatively, you can place seared stuffed breasts on a parchment lined sheet pan before placing in the oven.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before eating. (Don’t worry if the filling oozes out a little.  The crispy bits are delicious.) Remove toothpicks and enjoy!

Notes

  • *I prefer grating the cheese myself as opposed to buying pre-shredded for this.  It creates a smoother, creamy consistency.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1breast Calories 429kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 63g (126%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 9.5g (48%) Cholesterol 235mg (78%) Sodium 732mg (31%) Fiber 1.5g (6%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 429

% Daily Value*

Serving 1breast
Calories 429kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 63g 126%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 9.5g 48%
Cholesterol 235mg 78%
Sodium 732mg 31%
Fiber 1.5g 6%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.