Description
Succulent chicken breasts filled with savory stuffing bring comfort to dinner tables across America. Crispy on the outside and juicy within, this classic dish promises a delightful meal you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing Ingredients:
- 2 cups bread stuffing mix
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic for 5 minutes until vegetables become soft and fragrant.
- Combine sautéed vegetables with bread stuffing mix, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Pour chicken broth and mix thoroughly until ingredients are well integrated and moistened.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a horizontal pocket in each chicken breast, slicing carefully without cutting completely through the meat, maintaining the breast’s structural integrity.
- Generously fill each chicken breast’s pocket with the prepared stuffing mixture, ensuring even distribution without overfilling to prevent spillage.
- Transfer stuffed chicken breasts to a greased baking dish. Optionally season with additional salt and pepper. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, then uncover and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and tops turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for several minutes to retain moisture. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, creating an appealing and flavorful dish.
Notes
- Customize your stuffing by adding chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or diced apples for extra texture and flavor complexity.
- Select chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking and consistent stuffing distribution.
- Prevent dry chicken by using a meat thermometer to check internal temperature precisely and avoiding overcooking.
- Make the recipe gluten-free by substituting regular bread stuffing with gluten-free breadcrumbs or quinoa-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg