Prepare to be blown away by the ultimate comfort food that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Brian's Cheese Stuffed Chicken is not just another chicken recipe – it's a culinary masterpiece that transforms an ordinary dinner into an extraordinary dining experience. Imagine cutting into a perfectly golden chicken breast and watching a river of melted cheese ooze out, creating a moment of pure gastronomic bliss that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by cutting horizontally into the thickest part of the breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Generously stuff each chicken breast pocket with the cheese mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed and sealed within the chicken.
- Season the outside of the chicken breasts with additional salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts to help achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set and juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor and presentation.
Tips
- To ensure your Cheese Stuffed Chicken turns out perfectly every time, keep these pro tips in mind:
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and stuffing
- Make sure to seal the cheese pocket completely to prevent leaking during cooking
- Use a sharp knife when creating the chicken breast pocket to ensure clean, even cuts
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet – give each chicken breast enough space for even cooking
- Always use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute and prevent dryness
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the cheese mixture
- If you want a crispier exterior, you can briefly broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 45g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 160mg
