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Cheesy Garlic Bread Stuffed Chicken

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

“Cheesy Garlic Bread Stuffed Chicken – a crispy, golden-baked chicken breast filled with gooey cheese, garlic butter, and herbs. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for dinner!”

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Cheesy Garlic Filling:

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Crispy Coating:

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 2 eggs, beaten

Instructions

  • Prepare the Filling

    • In a medium bowl, mix mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, minced garlic, melted butter, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

  • Prep the Chicken

    • Carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.

    • Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

  • Stuff the Chicken

    • Evenly distribute the cheesy garlic filling into each chicken breast pocket.

    • Secure with toothpicks if needed.

  • Coat the Chicken

    • Set up a breading station with two shallow bowls:

      • One with beaten eggs.

      • One with panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

    • Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

  • Bake to Perfection

    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

    • Place breaded chicken on a greased baking sheet.

    • Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

 

  • Serve & Enjoy

    • Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

    • Garnish with extra parsley and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.

  • Bacon Lover’s Version: Mix crispy bacon bits into the cheese filling.

  • Herb Infusion: Add fresh basil or oregano for an aromatic boost.

 

  • Low-Carb Option: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: cheesy stuffed chicken, garlic bread chicken, crispy baked chicken, stuffed chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner

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