Description
Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast is a savory and elegant dish with juicy chicken filled with a rich, garlicky mushroom and cheese mixture. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, and it’s low-carb and high-protein.
Ingredients
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups mushrooms (cremini, button, or mixed), finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1/4 cup cream cheese or 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil or butter until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and liquid evaporates. Remove from heat and stir in cheese and herbs.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Stuff each breast with mushroom mixture and secure with toothpicks.
- Sear in an oven-safe skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or use different cheeses for variation.
- Deglaze skillet with white wine or broth and add cream for an optional sauce.
- Reheat gently to maintain juiciness and creamy filling.
- Prep and refrigerate ahead for easy meal planning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
