Description
Chicken Stuffed with Pears and Cheese is a delightful dish that beautifully blends savory and sweet flavors. Juicy pears and creamy cheese nestled within tender chicken breasts create a memorable meal perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. This recipe not only impresses with its taste but also offers an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen, making it hard to resist. Serve it drizzled with balsamic vinegar and honey for an exquisite touch that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix diced pears, cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, and herbs until well combined.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets and stuff generously with the pear mixture.
- Secure each pocket with toothpicks to prevent filling from leaking.
- Place stuffed chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar mixed with honey over the top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg