Stuffed Chicken Breast
This is a delicious and different way to make chicken breast for dinner. Rice and broccoli make good side dishes with this entree.
Stuffed Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- salt & pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp mayo
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
- Use a sharp knife to cut a slice through the middle of the chicken breasts, but not all the way through, creating a pocket for the filling.
- Season generously both sides of the chicken breasts and the pocket with salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
- For the stuffing, chop the broccoli into ~1/2 inch pieces.
- Place the broccoli in a microwaveable dish and add about 2 tablespoons of water.
- Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 minute. Drain any excess water.
- To this dish add the bell pepper, cheese, mayo, and season with a little salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Mix until combined, then divide the mixture between the chicken breasts, using a toothpick if necessary to secure the opening.
- Preheat a large, oven safe skillet (I prefer to use a cast iron skillet), over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Sear the chicken for 2 minutes on each side.
- Cover the skillet with foil and bake in preheated oven for 15- 17 minutes, or until the chicken reads 165 degrees. Let rest, covered for 5 minutes before serving.