Description
Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken is the ultimate holiday dish, combining tender chicken breasts with creamy brie and tart cranberry sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz brie cheese, softened
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine for securing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets.
- In a bowl, mix softened brie cheese with cranberry sauce and fresh thyme until well combined.
- Generously fill each chicken pocket with the brie mixture and secure closed using toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Optionally serve with extra cranberry sauce.
Notes
- Perfect for festive gatherings.
- Impressive presentation.
- Rich flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg