Broccoli And Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Why Make This Recipe

Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a great dish when you want something tasty and easy to cook. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner, and the ingredients are simple—most of them are probably already in your kitchen. This recipe makes your chicken juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, with a cheesy and healthy surprise in the middle.

This meal is also a smart way to get your family to eat more vegetables. Broccoli is full of vitamins and is good for your health. When mixed with cheese and cooked inside the chicken, even picky eaters will enjoy it.

Another good thing about this recipe is that it looks nice and feels like a fancy meal, but it doesn’t take a lot of time. You can prepare it quickly, and it’s great for both weekdays and special occasions.

How to Make Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 1 cup chopped cooked broccoli
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Toothpicks (for sealing)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the chicken breasts in half, but not all the way through. You want to make a pocket.
3. In a bowl, mix the chopped broccoli, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese.
4. Stuff the chicken pockets with the broccoli and cheese mix. Use toothpicks to close them.
5. In another small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Rub this spice mix all over the chicken.
7. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
8. Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden.
9. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
10. Bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
11. Remove the toothpicks and serve hot.