Description
Experience a culinary masterpiece with Pear and Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken. This elegant dish combines tender chicken breasts filled with sweet, juicy pears and tangy Gorgonzola cheese, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also promises to impress your guests with its gourmet flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ripe pears, diced
- 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, combine diced pears, Gorgonzola cheese, spinach, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast and generously stuff with the filling. Secure openings with toothpicks if needed.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 105mg