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Broccoli cheddar stuffed chicken breasts filled with creamy broccoli cheese mixture.

Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken

A cozy and filling stuffed chicken breast recipe featuring a creamy broccoli and cheddar filling that's easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Medium to large
  • 2 cups Broccoli, finely chopped Fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 to 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Use sharp for best flavor
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons Cream cheese, softened Keeps filling creamy
  • 1 to 2 cloves Garlic, minced Or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For rubbing on chicken
  • As needed pieces Toothpicks To secure chicken openings

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a baking dish or line a sheet pan with foil.
  2. In a bowl, mix chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar, cream cheese, garlic, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until it forms a thick, scoopable mixture.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry. Cut a pocket into the thick side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  4. Stuff each pocket with the broccoli cheddar mixture, pressing it in gently, and secure the opening with toothpicks.
  5. Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika if desired.
Cooking
  1. Bake for about 22 to 28 minutes, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the juices inside.

Notes

For best results, use fresh broccoli chopped small for even cooking. If using frozen broccoli, thaw and squeeze dry beforehand. Avoid overstuffing to prevent filling from leaking out while baking. Serve with roasted potatoes or a salad for a complete meal.