Description
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a savory mixture of garlic, mushrooms, and melty cheeses, then topped with a buttery garlic-spiced glaze and baked to perfection. It’s perfect for a comforting dinner that feels both indulgent and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Filling:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or any melty cheese like Gruyère or cheddar)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Topping:
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a horizontal pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, taking care not to cut all the way through. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the finely chopped mushrooms and cook until softened and golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Remove from heat, then stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
- Stuff the Chicken: Divide the mushroom and cheese mixture evenly among the chicken breasts, spooning it into the pockets you previously cut. Use toothpicks to secure the openings if needed to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking.
- Add the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and paprika. Brush this flavorful mixture generously over the tops of the stuffed chicken breasts to add a rich, aromatic crust.
- Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks if used, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot for the best flavor and juiciness.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before stuffing.
- If you prefer a different cheese, Gruyère or sharp cheddar can be great alternatives.
- To make this dish gluten-free, verify that all spices and ingredients do not contain gluten.
- Use toothpicks carefully and remove them before serving to avoid any choking hazards.
- If fresh parsley is not available, dried parsley can be substituted but use less as it is more potent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
