Savory Stuffed Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Introduction

If you’re looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, look no further than savory stuffed chicken with creamy mushroom sauce. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner that feels like a treat.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup of cooked rice
• 1/2 cup of chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 cup of chicken broth
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preparing the chicken

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
3. In a bowl, mix together the cooked rice, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese.
4. Spoon the rice mixture into each chicken breast pocket, then use toothpicks to secure the openings.
5. Season the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
7. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
8. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.

Making the mushroom sauce

1. In the same skillet you used to cook the chicken, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are tender and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
4. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add the heavy cream.
5. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
6. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

Remove the toothpicks from the chicken breasts and serve them topped with the creamy mushroom sauce. This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a simple green salad. Enjoy!