Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Recipe
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a savory garlic butter mushroom filling and gooey melted cheese. It's a quick and easy dinner that's low-carb, high-protein, and perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create a pocket without cutting through.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and mushrooms, sauté until tender. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the garlic butter mushrooms and mozzarella cheese. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is perfectly cooked.
- Substitute mozzarella with provolone or gouda for a different flavor.
- Serve with steamed veggies, a side salad, or mashed cauliflower for a low-carb meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg