Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast – Quick and Easy
Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast – Quick and Easy is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken with a savory mushroom and cheese filling. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a delightful blend of flavors sure to impress family and friends. With its rich stuffing of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this dish is not only satisfying but also healthy. In just 35 minutes from prep to table, you can enjoy a gourmet meal that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts (220g each)
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 3 oz mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms until golden brown; add garlic and spinach until wilted.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; fill with mushroom mixture and fold.
- Sear stuffed chicken in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Bake for 15 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 100mg