Cheesy Garlic Mushroom Chicken (Print Format)
Chicken breasts filled with cheesy mushrooms and garlic, baked to golden perfection. Rich, creamy, and full of flavor.
# Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (235 ml)
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½ cup cream cheese, softened (120 ml)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (50 g)
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3 tbsp butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp dried parsley
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Salt, to taste
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Pepper, to taste
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (4 tbsp)
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add chopped mushrooms, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are browned and any moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
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In a bowl, mix the cooked mushrooms with cream cheese and mozzarella cheese until well combined.
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Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff it with the mushroom cheese mixture.
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Place stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) on a thermometer.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.