Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken, a dish that transforms simple boneless chicken breasts into an elegant meal perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken pockets stuffed with a creamy blend of smoked Gouda cheese and sautéed mushrooms, resulting in a savory experience that impresses both family and guests alike. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this easy-to-make dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups shredded Gouda cheese (divided)
- 14 oz baby bella mushrooms (divided)
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 5 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Prepare all ingredients: chop mushrooms, dice onion, and measure seasonings.
- Slice pockets into each chicken breast without cutting through.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat; sauté chopped mushrooms for about 5 minutes. Add onions and cook until soft; stir in parsley, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the sautéed mixture with half the Gouda in a bowl.
- Sear each chicken breast in the skillet for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Stuff each chicken pocket generously with the mushroom-cheese mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- Top with remaining cheese and sliced mushrooms; return to the oven for an additional 7–10 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg