Ingredients
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- 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup finely chopped broccoli
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preparation of chicken: Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut through completely.
- Making the filling: In a bowl, mix the finely chopped broccoli with the shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, a pinch of salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Stuffing the chicken: Evenly fill the pockets of the chicken breasts with the broccoli-cheese mixture, then secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the stuffing in place.
- Seasoning: Lightly season the exterior of the chicken breasts with the remaining salt, paprika, and pepper.
- Cooking: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the pan and cook for approximately 7 to 10 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serving: After cooking, let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before removing the toothpicks. Serve the stuffed chicken breasts hot, ensuring they are fully cooked internally.
This adjusted recipe offers a hearty and flavorful meal for six people, encapsulating the delicious blend of broccoli and cheddar cheese stuffed within juicy chicken breasts.
