Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (cremini or button), finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by butterflying it and pounding to an even thickness.
- Sauté the chopped mushrooms and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until browned; let cool slightly.
- Combine the mushroom mixture, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and parsley in a mixing bowl, and season.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the cheese mixture, secure them, and season the outside.
- Sear in a hot skillet until golden, then simmer in garlic butter sauce until cooked through.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature cream cheese and ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let chicken rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, cheesy garlic chicken, mushroom chicken