Description

This cheesy garlic butter mushroom stuffed chicken is a juicy, flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a delicious mushroom and cheese mixture, then seared to golden perfection. It’s an easy yet elegant meal for any night of the week!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Filling:

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
Make the Filling:
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the mushrooms and cook for about 4-5 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Once slightly cooled, mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Stuff the Chicken:
- Spoon the mushroom-cheese mixture into each chicken breast pocket. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
Sear the Chicken:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Bake:
- Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- While chicken is baking, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small pan.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then remove from heat and stir in parsley and lemon juice.
Serve:
- Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the baked chicken.
- Remove toothpicks (if used) and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or a side of roasted veggies.
Try using provolone or Swiss cheese for a different flavor twist!