Lean & Green Healthy Chicken Stuffed with Broccoli and Cheese
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Broccoli & Cheese are so delicious and this Chicken Stuffed with Broccoli and Cheese recipe is a true delight. The entire family is sure to enjoy this delicious on plan dish!
TIPS: Cast iron skillet recommended because it can go from stove top to oven. If you do not have one use a skillet and transfer to an oven safe baking dish after searing chicken. Chop the broccoli finely so it will fit more easily in the chicken breast pocket. Be careful to not slice all the way through the chicken breast when making the pocket for the broccoli and cheese.
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Lean & Green Chicken Stuffed with Broccoli and Cheese Ingredients
- 24 oz Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Divided
- 1 tsp Onion Powder Divided
- 1/4 tsp Paprika (optional)*
- 1 cup Small Broccoli florets FInely Chopped
- 1 cup Red Bell Peppers FInely Chopped
- 1 cup Low Fat Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tbsp Light Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
Lean & Green Chicken Stuffed with Broccoli and Cheese Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425*F.
- Mix together the spices salt, pepper, garlic and onion powders, and paprika (optional). Divide mixture in half and season the chicken breast on both sides. Using a sharp knife to cut a slice through the middle of the chicken breast, but not all the way through, creating a pocket for the broccoli and cheese filling.
- Place the broccoli in a microwaveable dish and add about 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 minute. Drain the excess water. Using the same dish add the bell pepper, cheese, mayo, and the remaining seasoning mixture between the chicken breast. A toothpick usually help to secure the filling in the chicken breast.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet (or any skillet that you prefer and transfer to an oven safe baking dish) over medium heat, add the 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. After searing cover the skillet with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes, or until chicken reads 165*F. Set aside and let rest for 5 minutes.
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