Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken: The Best Comfort Food Delight
Discover the perfect comfort food with this delicious Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken recipe that will soon become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff it with the broccoli cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- You can substitute the broccoli with spinach or kale for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes