Family-Friendly Cranberry Stuffed Chicken Breast
A delicious stuffed chicken breast filled with a mixture of cream cheese, cranberries, and spices, perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
- 4.0 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.0 cup fresh cranberries
- 1.0 cup cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts
- 2.0 tablespoons honey
- 2.0 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.0 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.0 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.0 teaspoon salt
- 0.0 teaspoon pepper
- 0.0 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, honey, chopped parsley, and walnuts (if using). Mix well until combined. Stir in the cranberries and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Generously spoon the cranberry filling into each chicken breast pocket, securing openings with toothpicks if necessary.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and slice for presentation.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted sweet potatoes or a fresh green salad.
Notes
Optional walnuts can be added for extra crunch.