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Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

A delightful comfort dish featuring juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy mushroom and cheese filling, perfect for a cozy dinner night.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Cheesy Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Mushroom Chicken, Stuffed Chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420kcal

Ingredients

For the chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Medium-sized, pound gently if uneven.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped Cremini or white button mushrooms; shiitakes are a nice addition.

For the stuffing

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Softening helps in mixing.
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Freshly shredded melts best.
  • 3 tablespoons butter For sautéing the mushrooms.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Don’t skimp; it's the heart of the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Dried works well.
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley Adds herby note.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Nutty, salty finish.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to taste.

For garnish

  • Fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the minced garlic. Stir for a minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chopped mushrooms, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are golden and moisture is cooked off, about 5-7 minutes.
  • In a bowl, mix the sautéed mushrooms with cream cheese and mozzarella.
  • Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff generously with the creamy mushroom mixture.
  • Place the stuffed breasts in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until juices run clear.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

To keep leftovers, store cooled chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess. You can also freeze baked chicken breasts for later meals.