Description

If you’re looking for a dinner that combines comfort food with elegance, this broccoli cheese stuffed chicken recipe delivers on all fronts. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are loaded with a creamy mixture of broccoli and melted cheese, then baked to perfection. It’s low-carb, kid-approved, and versatile enough for a weeknight meal or a dinner party. Best of all, it’s made with simple pantry ingredients and comes together in just over 30 minutes.

Ingredients

4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup finely chopped cooked broccoli
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to create a pocket, without cutting all the way through.
Season the outside of each chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In a bowl, combine chopped cooked broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and mayonnaise.
Fill each chicken pocket with the broccoli cheese mixture.
Use toothpicks to secure the opening if needed.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Sear each stuffed chicken breast for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve the broccoli cheese stuffed chicken hot alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh green salad.
For a low-carb meal, pair it with cauliflower rice, sautéed spinach, or zucchini noodles.
To store leftovers, place the cooked chicken in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave for 1–2 minutes or in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes, until heated through.

Avoid freezing the stuffed chicken, as the cheese and broccoli mixture may separate and affect the texture.