Description
Boursin Stuffed Chicken Breast is an elegant yet simple recipe combining tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts stuffed with creamy, herb-infused Boursin cheese and sautéed spinach. This flavorful, protein-packed dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The seared chicken with its melty cheese filling is both family-friendly and versatile, ready to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz Boursin cheese (herb-infused)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, sautéed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts: Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through to create a pouch for the filling.
- Create the filling: In a bowl, combine the Boursin cheese, sautéed spinach, minced garlic, and lemon zest if using. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute all flavors.
- Stuff the chicken breasts: Using a spoon, fill each chicken breast pocket generously with the cheese and spinach mixture. Press the edges gently to seal the filling inside.
- Season and sear: Lightly season the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Finish cooking in the oven: Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C). Bake the stuffed chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked and the cheese filling is warm and melty.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to create neat chicken pockets without cutting through.
- Do not overfill the pockets to prevent filling from spilling during cooking.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices and enhance flavor.
- Pre-sauté spinach to remove excess moisture and avoid watery filling.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives can be added to the filling for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg