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Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

Tender chicken breasts stuffed with golden mushrooms, melted mozzarella, and aromatic garlic butter for an impressive high-protein dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups brown mushrooms sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 4 slices Mozzarella cheese or 1 cup shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • sharp knife
  • Meat thermometer
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Stir in half of the minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of parsley; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry. Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket into the side of each breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. Season the inside of the pockets with salt and pepper. Stuff each breast with a slice of Mozzarella cheese and a generous spoonful of the mushroom mixture. Secure the edges with 2-3 toothpicks.
  4. Rub the outside of the chicken with olive oil, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. In the same skillet used for the mushrooms, heat the remaining tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until beautifully golden.
  6. Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining garlic to the pan, and cover with a lid. Cook for another 10-15 minutes (or transfer to an oven at 375°F) until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Remove toothpicks carefully. Spoon any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the chicken. Garnish with the rest of the fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat covered in a 325°F oven for 15-20 minutes. Substitutions: Swap Mozzarella for Swiss, Provolone, or Fontina. Use chicken thighs instead of breasts if preferred. Make-Ahead: Stuff chicken up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before cooking. Serving Suggestions: Pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes, cauliflower rice, roasted asparagus, or garlicky green beans.