Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Description
These stuffed chicken breasts are so good, you can serve them when company comes for dinner. You can have them ready and on the table in less than 30 minutes. Serve with pasta, potatoes or rice.
Ingredients
3 large chicken breasts
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 t. garlic powder, divided
1/4 t. paprika
1 c. finely chopped broccoli florets
2 T. water
1/2 c. finely diced red bell pepper
1 c. mild Cheddar cheese
1 T. mayonnaise
2 T. olive oil
Directions
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika and 1/2 t. garlic powder. 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.
Filling:
Place broccoli in a microwaveable dish; add about 2 T. water; cover with plastic wrap; microwave for 1 minute; drain any excess water.
To the dish, add the bell pepper, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, remaining garlic powder, salt and pepper, to taste; mix until combined. Evenly divide the mixture between the chicken breasts, using a wooden toothpick to secure, if necessary.
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet (preferably a cast iron skillet), over medium heat; add the olive oil. Sear chicken 3 - 4 minutes per side; cover skillet with foil; bake in oven for 15- 17 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165 degrees. Let rest, covered for 5 minutes.
4-6 servings.
* For large breasts, one half of a breast would be one servings.