Description
Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a delectable dish that brings together the creamy richness of smoked gouda cheese and the earthy flavor of mushrooms, all enveloped in tender, juicy chicken breasts. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, impressing your guests with its elegant presentation and comforting taste. Easy to prepare, it requires minimal culinary skills yet delivers maximum flavor. Serve it alongside fresh salads or hearty sides for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 5 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 14 oz baby bella mushrooms (divided)
- 1/2 cup white onion (diced)
- 1 Tbsp dried parsley
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups gouda cheese (shredded, divided)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop 10 oz of baby bella mushrooms and slice the remaining 4 oz.
- Slice pockets into each chicken breast; pound lightly for even thickness.
- In a skillet, heat 2 Tbsp olive oil, sauté chopped mushrooms for 5 minutes.
- Add onions and seasonings; cook until translucent.
- Mix sautéed ingredients with 1 cup gouda cheese.
- Briefly brown stuffed chicken in skillet on both sides.
- Generously stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom-cheese mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes until cooked through.
- Top with remaining gouda and sliced mushrooms; bake an additional 7–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 384
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg