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Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Recipe
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Tender chicken filled with seasoned broccoli, melty cheese, and red bell pepper, crisply baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 to 2 1/4 lbs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups small-diced broccoli florets, blanched and patted dry
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • 1 1/3 cups shredded colby-jack cheese
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning blend (reserved from above)

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through. Gently open the pocket with fingers.
  3. In a small bowl, combine salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, add blanched broccoli, red bell pepper, shredded colby-jack cheese, mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon of the prepared seasoning blend. Mix until combined.
  5. Divide broccoli-cheese filling evenly among chicken breast pockets. Secure openings with toothpicks if necessary.
  6. Rub remaining seasoning blend onto the outside of each stuffed chicken breast.
  7. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear stuffed chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  8. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and a thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F.

Notes

  • For even cooking, ensure the broccoli is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the filling.

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