Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Chicken Stuffed with Pears and Cheese—a delightful dish that seamlessly merges sweetness and savory. Tender chicken breasts are generously filled with juicy pears and creamy cheese, then baked to perfection. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic sauce, this recipe transforms any meal into a special occasion, making it an unforgettable culinary experience for your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Gently pound chicken breasts to about half an inch thick.
- In a bowl, mix diced pears, cream cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish; drizzle with olive oil and season.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For the sauce, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
- Serve warm drizzled with balsamic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg