Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms simple weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a creamy mixture of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and melted cheese, all enveloped in rich garlic butter. This one-pan recipe not only tantalizes the taste buds but also makes cleanup effortless. Perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, every bite offers a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté garlic and mushrooms until tender (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine sautéed mushrooms with cream cheese and mozzarella until creamy.
- Cut pockets in each chicken breast; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Generously stuff each pocket with the mushroom mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish, drizzle with melted butter, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 552mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg