Broccoli-stuffed chicken is a tasty and nutritious dish where tender chicken breasts are filled with a flavorful broccoli and cheese mixture. Here’s a simple recipe to make broccoli-stuffed chicken:
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Broccoli Filling:
- 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Coating:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- Olive oil or cooking spray for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 to 1/2 inch. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Make the Broccoli Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Assemble the Stuffed Chicken:
- Divide the broccoli mixture evenly among the chicken breasts, placing it in the center of each breast.
- Roll up the chicken breasts, starting from one end, and secure with toothpicks to hold the filling inside.
- Coat the Chicken:
- In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning (if using).
- Roll each stuffed chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly.
- Bake the Chicken:
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
- Lightly brush the tops of the chicken with olive oil or spray with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove the toothpicks before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with your favorite sides.
Tips
- Make sure to finely chop the broccoli to ensure it cooks evenly inside the chicken.
- You can use any cheese you like for the filling, such as mozzarella or Swiss cheese.
- Serve the stuffed chicken with a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Enjoy your delicious broccoli-stuffed chicken!
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