Mushroom & Cheese Stuffed Chicken in Garlic Butter
This quick and savory Mushroom & Cheese Stuffed Chicken in Garlic Butter features tender boneless chicken breasts filled with sautéed mushrooms and melted cheese, then seared in fragrant garlic butter for a golden crust. It’s a comforting, family-friendly dish that combines earthy, creamy, and buttery flavors with minimal cleanup, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh button or cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese or cream cheese (or a combination)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushroom & Cheese Filling: Finely chop the mushrooms and sauté them in olive oil over medium heat until they release their moisture and turn golden brown. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, then mix the warm mushrooms with the cheese until the filling is creamy and well combined.
- Stuff the Chicken Breasts: Using a sharp knife, create a horizontal pocket inside each chicken breast by cutting without slicing all the way through. Spoon the mushroom and cheese filling evenly into each pocket. Secure with toothpicks if needed to keep the filling inside.
- Cook Chicken in Garlic Butter: Heat the butter and minced garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Carefully place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Occasionally baste the chicken with the garlic butter to enhance flavor and juiciness.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes to lock in the juices. Remove toothpicks, garnish with fresh parsley or thyme, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make the pocket in the chicken large enough to hold the filling without tearing.
- Use a moderate amount of filling to avoid bursting during cooking.
- Cook over medium heat to ensure thorough cooking without burning.
- Allow the chicken to rest after cooking for tender, juicy results.
- Minced garlic should be finely chopped to avoid uneven burning and to infuse maximum flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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