🧄 Rich, savory, and packed with flavor, this Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a dish you’ll want to make again and again. Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy mushroom, garlic, and cheese filling, then baked to golden perfection. A restaurant-quality meal made right at home. 🧄✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Stuffed Chicken
• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake)
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried thyme
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🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add mushrooms and garlic, cooking for 4–5 minutes until the mushrooms are soft and golden.
• Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
• Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
• Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
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2. Prepare the Chicken
• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the thick side of each chicken breast.
• Spoon the mushroom and cheese mixture into the pockets, securing the openings with toothpicks if needed.
• Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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3. Cook the Chicken
• In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
• Sear the stuffed chicken breasts on each side for 2–3 minutes, until lightly browned.
• Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
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4. Serve the Dish
• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
• Serve with your favorite side dishes—mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
• Spoon any pan juices over the chicken for extra flavor.
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✨ A creamy, cheesy, garlic-packed dish that’s both impressive and easy to make.
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