Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

This Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is an elegant yet effortless dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a savory blend of garlic-sautéed mushrooms and gooey melted cheese. First lightly seared in butter and garlic for a golden crust, it's then baked to juicy perfection with a crispy Parmesan topping. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, the rich flavors and textures—earthy mushrooms, creamy cheese, buttery sauce—come together harmoniously. Beautifully presented and surprisingly easy to make, this dish offers restaurant-quality appeal without the fuss. A crowd-pleaser that's both comforting and indulgent. 

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each) 

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 Tbsp olive oil 

• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter

• 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), finely chopped 

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced 

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese 

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (+ extra for topping)

• 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning

• 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 375–400°F (190–200°C). Pat chicken breasts dry and season inside and out with salt, pepper, and thyme.

2. Sauté Mushrooms: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and 1 Tbsp butter. Add mushrooms and sauté 5–7 min until golden. Stir in garlic until fragrant (~1 min). Remove from heat. 

3. Mix Filling: Combine mushroom-garlic mix with mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley in a bowl.

4. Stuff Chicken: Create a pocket in each breast and spoon in filling. Secure with toothpicks if needed. 

5. Sear: In same skillet, melt remaining butter, sear stuffed breasts 3–4 min per side until golden. 

6. Bake: Transfer breasts to baking dish (or keep in oven-safe skillet). Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top. Bake 20–25 min (or until chicken registers 165°F internally). 

7. Rest & Serve: Remove, let rest 5 min. Garnish with parsley, then serve immediately.
   
   

Nutrients (per serving, ~¼ recipe)

• Calories: ~450 kcal

• Protein: ~40 g

• Fat: ~30 g (Saturated ~15 g)

• Carbohydrates: ~6 g (Fiber ~1 g)

• Sodium: ~500–550 mg