Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast 

This Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast combines tender chicken with a savory filling of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, cheese, and herbs. It's a low carb, high-protein dish that's both easy to prepare and impressive enough for special occasions. The recipe is versatile, allowing for substitutions based on personal preferences or available ingredients.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

• 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (white button or cremini)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare Chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, ensuring not to cut all the way through. Season both sides with salt and pepper.mollyshomeguide.com+1

3. Cook Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil or butter. Add the chopped mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and become golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

4. Stuff Chicken: Mix the sautéed mushroom-spinach mixture with the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and fresh thyme. Carefully stuff each chicken breast pocket with the mixture, securing the opening with toothpicks if necessary.

5. Bake: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.

6. Serve: Remove the toothpicks before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 300 kcal

• Protein: Approximately 40g

• Fat: Approximately 15g

• Carbohydrates: Approximately 5g

• Fiber: Approximately 1g

• Sugars: Approximately 2g