Description
Delicious Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a culinary masterpiece combining tender chicken with gooey mozzarella and fragrant basil. This easy-to-make dish features a crispy exterior and a creamy, cheesy interior, promising a flavor explosion that will delight your family and impress guests. Perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners, this recipe ensures satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each pocket with mozzarella slices and basil leaves; secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the baking dish, spoon marinara sauce over the tops, and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg