Description
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a molten blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and fresh herbs, seared to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- Mix cream cheese, mozzarella, parsley, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Stuff the cheese mixture into the chicken pockets and seal with toothpicks.
- Season the exterior of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 3-5 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to a 350°F oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing & Baking
- Cuisine: American