Description
Succulent cheesy garlic butter mushroom stuffed chicken delivers a symphony of rich, savory flavors that dance across your palate. Crispy exterior and juicy interior promise a gourmet experience you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (7.5 grams) chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Butterfly each chicken breast with precision, creating a spacious pocket while maintaining the meat’s structural integrity.
- Liberally season the interior and exterior of the chicken with salt and pepper, ensuring comprehensive flavor penetration.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high temperature, allowing it to shimmer before introducing butter.
- Sauté mushrooms until they develop a rich golden-brown coloration, approximately 5-7 minutes, releasing their deep earthy essence.
- Incorporate minced garlic into the mushroom mixture, allowing the aromatic notes to bloom for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the mushroom and garlic medley to a separate container, permitting slight cooling to prevent cheese melting prematurely.
- Blend mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in a mixing bowl, creating a harmonious dairy fusion.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the mushroom mixture, followed by the cheese blend, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Carefully arrange the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish, positioning them to promote even heat distribution.
- Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches optimal internal temperature and cheese achieves a luxurious melt.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant green flourish before serving.
Notes
- Slice chicken breasts carefully to create an even pocket without cutting through the sides, ensuring a secure stuffing area.
- Choose fresh, firm mushrooms with a rich, earthy aroma for the most robust flavor profile in the stuffing.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- For a low-carb variation, replace cheese with dairy-free alternatives or nutritional yeast to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg