Description
Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken is an elegant yet easy dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a gourmet delight. Juicy chicken pockets are filled with rich, creamy Brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberry sauce, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. This impressive recipe is perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home, promising to tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets, seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix Brie cheese slices, cranberry sauce, and thyme leaves.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with the filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow resting for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg