Cheesy Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This cheesy broccoli stuffed chicken breasts recipe combines tender chicken with a savory filling of broccoli, cheddar, and cream cheese. It’s a nutritious and delicious meal that is sure to impress at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup low-fat cream cheese
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped broccoli with 1 tbsp water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until tender.
- Use a sharp knife to slice each chicken breast horizontally, creating a pocket. Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, mix the steamed broccoli, minced garlic, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, low-fat cream cheese, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the broccoli and cheese mixture evenly into each chicken breast pocket. Secure the openings with toothpicks if needed.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large, oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the toothpicks and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg