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Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipe

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This Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts butterflied and filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes. Baked to perfection with a flavorful paprika and Italian seasoning crust, this dish is a delicious and elegant meal that’s easy to prepare in under an hour.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 (6-7 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Filling

  • 4 oz plain cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, cut into about 20 slivers

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup if desired.
  2. Butterfly Chicken: Carefully cut each chicken breast horizontally, about halfway through, and open it like a book to create a flat surface for stuffing.
  3. Season Chicken: Season the inside surfaces of each butterflied chicken breast with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to enhance flavor.
  4. Make Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring them together until fully mixed and creamy.
  5. Stuff Chicken: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over one side of each butterflied chicken breast. Top with 4-5 slivers of sun-dried tomatoes per breast.
  6. Close and Season: Fold each chicken breast back over to enclose the filling and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the tops with paprika, Italian seasoning, and top each with one tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while warm and cheesy. Enjoy your delicious cream cheese stuffed chicken!

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to mix easily with mozzarella for a smooth filling.
  • Butterflying chicken breasts evenly helps in stuffing and even cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F to avoid undercooking.
  • You can substitute sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers for a different flavor.
  • Cover loosely with foil if the cheese browns too quickly during baking.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://iamstarved.com/cream-cheese-stuffed-chicken-breasts-recipe/