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Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken

Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken: A Juicy Weeknight Delight

Deliciously stuffed chicken breasts filled with creamy cheese and fresh broccoli.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup cooked broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, broccoli, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the cream cheese mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
  • Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: main course
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg

Keywords: Cream Cheese and Broccoli Stuffed Chicken