Savory Stuffed Chicken Breast with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Introduction
When it comes to a delicious and satisfying meal, nothing beats a juicy and flavorful chicken breast. But why settle for plain old chicken when you can stuff it with savory ingredients and top it with a creamy mushroom sauce? This recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, and it’s easy enough to make on a weeknight.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven and prepare chicken breasts
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast.
Step 2: Make the stuffing
In a small bowl, mix together the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture, using toothpicks to secure the opening.
Step 3: Cook the chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and cook the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Make the mushroom sauce
While the chicken is baking, make the mushroom sauce. In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, add a tablespoon of butter and sauté the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic until tender. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5: Serve
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove the toothpicks and serve with the creamy mushroom sauce drizzled on top.
Conclusion
This savory stuffed chicken breast with creamy mushroom sauce is sure to become a new family favorite. The combination of tender chicken, flavorful stuffing, and rich sauce is simply irresistible. Try it out for your next dinner party or weeknight meal and enjoy!