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Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

Juicy Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast for a Cozy Dinner

Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast is a delightful dish transforming chicken with savory mushrooms, garlic, and mozzarella for an unforgettable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: birthday cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts 7 oz each
  • 0.75 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper For seasoning
For the Mushroom Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For sautéing
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Freshly sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Thyme leaves Fresh
  • 2 cups Baby spinach Steamed and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Sliced
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For searing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Cut a pocket into each chicken breast for stuffing.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper inside and out.
  3. In a skillet, melt butter over high heat and sauté mushrooms for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add garlic, thyme, and remaining salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, then add spinach.
  5. Stuff the chicken breasts with the mushroom mixture and mozzarella.
  6. Secure the openings with toothpicks.
  7. Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for about 1½ minutes on each side.
  8. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 149°F (65°C).
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the pocket cut is not too deep to prevent spillage during cooking. Using fresh mozzarella will enhance the texture.

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