Stuffed Tuscan Garlic Chicken
This Stuffed Tuscan Garlic Chicken is bursting with rich Italian flavors and creamy mozzarella, perfect for impressing family and friends!
Equipment
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Oven-safe skillet or pan
- Meat Thermometer
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless, plump
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups sun-dried tomatoes sliced, in oil
- 2 cups spinach fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning additional
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting through.
- In a bowl, combine sliced sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket generously with the mixture. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, garlic powder, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese and additional teaspoon of Italian seasoning until cheese melts and sauce is creamy.
- Return stuffed chicken breasts to skillet, spoon some sauce over the top.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes. Serve with creamy sauce drizzled on top and enjoy!
Notes
- You can prepare and sear the stuffed chicken breasts up to 24 hours ahead before baking.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat gently.
- Substitute chicken thighs for juicier meat or provolone cheese for a different flavor twist.