Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast. The options are really endless when it comes to stuffed chicken breasts, but this recipe keeps it easy and cheesy. A quick mix of broccoli, cheddar, cream cheese and herbs leads to the most flavorful filling. But don't let the perfect pairing of broccoli and cheddar stop you from using whatever else you've got.
Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken will quickly become a regular in your dinner rotation. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are lightly seasoned and seared on the outside. Prepare a paper plate with the breadcrumbs and a bowl with both eggs beaten. You can have Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast using 9 ingredients and 6 steps. Here is how you cook that.
Ingredients of Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast
- You need 4 of Large Chicken Breasts.
- It's of Salt & Pepper.
- It's 2 tsp of Garlic Powder.
- You need 1 tsp of Paprika.
- You need 1 (12 oz) of bag Steamable Broccoli Florets.
- Prepare 1 of diced Bell Pepper (any color).
- You need 2 cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese.
- Prepare 2 tbsp of Mayo.
- Prepare 2 tbsp of Olive Oil.
Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and also set aside. Tender Chicken breasts stuffed with broccoli, parmesan, cheddar, and cream cheese. This quick flavor-packed meal is bursting with flavor and texture and makes a delicious low-carb dinner. Make chicken: Open butterflied chicken pieces.
Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast instructions
- Preheat Oven to 425° Fahrenheit.
- Cut a Pocket in each chicken breast for filling. Be careful not to cut all the way through..
- For the filling: Follow the instructions on the broccoli for preparation. While that’s cooking dice your bell pepper. After broccoli has cooled some dice it up smaller if you prefer. Combine broccoli, bell pepper, cheese, mayo & 1 tsp of the garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste..
- Mix the filling until combined. Then divide the mixture evenly between the chicken breast. Using toothpicks to secure if necessary..
- Season both sides of the chicken breast with salt, pepper, paprika & 1 tsp of garlic powder..
- Heat a large oven safe skillet (I prefer cast iron) over medium heat & add the Olive Oil. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side. Cover skillet in foil and bake in preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°. Let rest 5 minutes covered before enjoying..
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Place a bit of steamed broccoli and a bit of cheese in each. Fold over, and seal with toothpicks. Add the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and cream cheese. Mix thoroughly, and set aside until ready to use.