Healthy and delicious Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is high in protein and lower in carbs. This recipe is packed with flavor and so quick and easy to make.
The Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is super easy and quick to make and comes together in only 40 minutes. Lightly crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the the inside, plus it is stuffed with a delicious broccoli and cheese filling. It’s a perfect pair with every meal. it’s wholesome, scrumptious, and loved by everyone.
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What We Love About This Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipe
- 40 Minute Meal: Hearty and tasty chicken breast recipe comes together in less than 40 minutes in one pan.
- Easy Ingredients: Broccoli cheddar stuffed chicken recipe only uses a total of 6 ingredients.
- Family Friendly: You family will love broccoli stuffed chicken breast.
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken breasts to make recipe. Also, boneless skinless chicken thighs will also work.
- Broccoli: Fresh or frozen broccoli both work great.
Variations and Substitutions
- Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken – Swap the cheddar cheese for feta and swap the broccoli for spinach to make Mediterranean style stuffed chicken.
- Low Fat – Make this recipe lower in fat by user low fat sharp cheddar cheese or fat free cream cheese.
How to Make Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breast
These are the basic steps for making Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions, prep time and total time and nutrition information including net carbs.
STEP 1: PREPARE CHICKEN
First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Then make a slit for the broccoli cheddar filling, use a sharp knife cut a slice through the middle of chicken breasts. Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and cajun seasoning on the both sides.
STEP 2: MAKE THE STUFFING
To make the filling, combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture in the pocket. Sprinkle more Cajun seasoning on top.
STEP 3: COOK
Brush on olive oil on top and bake it for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
Prep and Storage Tips
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
To make this recipe ahead of, follow the instructions as listed and store in airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the oven or air fryer or on the stove top in a cast iron skillet.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
Store in the fridge in an airtight container, the chicken will be good for up to 3 days.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
Freeze by wrapping each piece of broccoli stuffed chicken breasts separately in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag in the freezer for up to a 3 months.
HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE
Reheat broccoli and cheese stuffed chicken in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until the chicken is hot and the cheese is melty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Red bell pepper or other low-carb vegetables, try swapping or spinach instead.
Easily double or half this recipe by proportionally increasing or decreasing ingredients.
To prevent the cheese from oozing out of the cut the slit on the top of the chicken breasts rather then the sides. Or you can also use a toothpick to pin shut the chicken.
There are so many great options, such as:
* Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
*Roasted Beetroot Salad with Feta and Balsamic
*Hummus Deviled Eggs
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- Chicken Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
- Air Fryer: Make this recipe in the air fryer, cook at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees internally on an instant-read thermometer.
- Different Seasoning: Garlic powder, paprika, onion powder or other great flavors.
What to Serve with Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
- Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges
- Roasted Smashed Potatoes
- Grilled Panzanella Salad
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Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients
FOR CHICKEN
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
FOR FILLING
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- ½ cup cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoon cream cheese
- Dash of salt
Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- To make a slit for the broccoli cheddar filling, use a sharp knife cut a slice through the middle of chicken breasts.
- Use salt and cajun seasoning on the both sides of the chicken.
- To make the filling, combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling in the pocket. Sprinkle more Cajun seasoning on top.
- Brush or spray cooking oil on top and bake it for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Expert Tips
- Chicken Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
- Air Fryer: Make this recipe in the air fryer, cook at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees internally.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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