Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 chicken breasts
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Calories
342 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Description
The Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe involves preparing a filling of brown mushrooms sautéed with onions, garlic, and thyme, then combined with cream cheese and shredded mozzarella to add creaminess and mild cheesy flavor. Each chicken breast is carefully slit to create a pocket, which is then stuffed with the mushroom mixture. After seasoning the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, it is seared in olive oil to develop a golden crust before finishing in the oven until fully cooked. The baking step ensures the chicken remains juicy and the filling melds well.
This dish delivers a blend of textures: tender chicken breast with a soft, creamy, and savory mushroom cheese interior. The garlic, thyme, and paprika add aromatic and earthy notes while the mozzarella melts to complement the creamy cream cheese base. It is appropriate for a main meal served alongside vegetables or grains.
Practical tips include using flavored cream cheese or enhancing plain cream cheese with additional herbs and spices. Also, monitoring internal temperature (around 162°F before resting) avoids overcooking and drying out the chicken. Resting after baking helps the juices redistribute. For bone-in breasts, slightly longer baking times apply. These considerations help maintain tenderness and flavor consistency.
Ingredients
- 4 small chicken breast about 6oz each, boneless skinless
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Mushroom Filling
- 1 tablespoon butter salted
- 3 tablespoons white onion finely diced
- 6 ounces brown mushrooms or white mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons white wine optional, dry
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried leaves
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese see notes for options, spreadable, garlic and herb
- 2 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a 10-inch skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until juices are released and reabsorbed. Add wine and thyme. Cook until evaporated but not dry. Cool completely.
- In a small bowl, combine cooled mushrooms with cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and salt & pepper to taste.
- Using a paring knife, cut a 1 ½″ slit in the side of the chicken. Move the knife around to create a pocket. Fill the pocket in each chicken breast with ¼ of the mushroom mixture.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Season the outside of the chicken.
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake for an additional 17-21 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.
- Remove from the oven and transfer the chicken to a plate. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Bone-in chicken breasts can be used by cutting a similar pocket and baking for 30-35 minutes until 165°F internal temperature.
- If using plain cream cheese, mix in garlic powder, chopped parsley, dried basil, and black or red pepper for extra flavor.
- Remove the chicken from the hot pan to rest for 5 minutes to prevent it from overcooking and drying out as it rests.
- Use a sharp knife to create a precise pocket for easy stuffing with the mushroom mixture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4chicken breasts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 342 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 342 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 367mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 796mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 354IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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