Description
Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken is a delightful dish that takes your dinner game to the next level. Imagine tender chicken breasts enveloping rich, gooey mozzarella cheese and fresh basil – a combination that creates an irresistible flavor explosion. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this dish is simple to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. With just a few essential ingredients, you can create a succulent and savory masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine mozzarella, basil, and garlic.
- Create pockets in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally and stuff generously with the cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear each stuffed chicken breast for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 130mg