Description
A delightful stuffed chicken dish featuring brie cheese, cranberries, and sautéed mushrooms, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz good-quality brie cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried cranberries)
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by carefully slicing a pocket into each breast.
- Make the stuffing by sautéing onions and garlic in olive oil, then adding mushrooms, cranberries, and herbs, finishing with brie.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with the mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Bake at 375°F, searing the chicken first, then transferring to a baking dish and baking for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve after letting the chicken rest, drizzled with the broth from the pan.
Notes
Letting the chicken rest after baking ensures it stays juicy and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, brie, cranberry, family dinner, holiday meal