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Creamy Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe 15-Minute Easy Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy cheese-stuffed chicken breast recipe that delivers rich, buttery flavor with a melty cheese surprise inside. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each), pounded to even thickness
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (about 100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach, roughly chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (dried basil, oregano, thyme mix)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts. Place each breast between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2-inch (1.27 cm) thick and even (3-5 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped spinach, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated.
  3. Carefully slice each pounded chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket without cutting all the way through. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 g) of the cheese mixture inside each pocket. Secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  4. Lightly season the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  5. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts carefully and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Flip gently to keep filling intact.
  6. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Slice carefully and serve immediately.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing. Do not overfill chicken pockets to prevent cheese leakage. If chicken browns too fast, lower heat and cover skillet briefly. Let chicken rest after cooking for juiciness. For dairy-free, substitute vegan cream cheese and mozzarella. Can bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes as an alternative cooking method.

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