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Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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These Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a flavorful, satisfying dinner made with tender chicken, creamy cheese filling, and nutritious broccoli. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests, this stuffed chicken recipe is rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make. Whether you bake it or pan-sear and finish in the oven, this cheesy broccoli stuffed chicken is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon paprika

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

For the Filling:

2 cups chopped broccoli florets

6 ounces cream cheese, softened

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 garlic clove, minced

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C).

  • Season Chicken: In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Drizzle chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons olive oil and rub with seasoning.

  • Cut Pockets: Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, being sure not to cut all the way through.

  • Make Filling: Mix broccoli, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.

  • Stuff Chicken: Spoon filling into each chicken breast pocket. Secure with toothpicks if needed.

  • Sear Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.

  • Bake: Transfer skillet to the oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  • Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks and serve warm

Notes

  • Add sun-dried tomatoes or chopped red peppers to the filling for extra flavor.

  • Swap cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for a different twist.

  • For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and skip searing if preferred.

  • Wrap in bacon before baking for extra richness.

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/cream-cheese-and-broccoli-stuffed-chicken-breasts/