Description
A delicious dish combining tender chicken with a rich garlic and Parmesan filling, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff it with the cheese mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken breasts with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before stuffing. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg