Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Recipe
A delicious and juicy Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy blend of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, cream cheese, and mozzarella, baked to perfection with buttery, savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
Stuffing
- 1 cup mushrooms, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
Seasoning
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, to release aromatic flavors.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the diced mushrooms and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook until mushrooms are soft and tender, approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix Cheeses: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the softened cream cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese until fully combined with the mushrooms, creating a creamy stuffing mixture.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut a pocket in each chicken breast carefully, ensuring not to cut all the way through. Stuff each pocket generously with the mushroom and cheese mixture.
- Season Chicken: Season the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste for balanced flavor.
- Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute before serving warm.
Notes
- Chicken breasts can be pounded to even thickness for more uniform cooking.
- Substitute mozzarella with cheddar or Monterey Jack for different flavor variations.
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- Can be served with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or salad for a complete meal.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
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