Stuffed chicken breast with mushroom and ham

Here’s a simple, tasty recipe for Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mushroom and Ham 🍄🐔
It’s great for dinner and not too complicated.

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Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mushroom & Ham

Ingredients (serves 2–4)

• 2–4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
• ½ cup cooked ham, diced or chopped
• ½ cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, Swiss, or cheddar)
• 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped (optional)
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• Toothpicks or kitchen twine

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Instructions

1. Prepare the filling
   • Heat 1 tbsp oil or butter in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add onions (if using) and cook until soft.
   • Add mushrooms and cook until their moisture evaporates.
   • Stir in garlic, ham, salt, pepper, and herbs.
   • Remove from heat and mix in the cheese. Let cool slightly.
2. Prepare the chicken
   • Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast (don’t cut all the way through).
   • Season the inside and outside with salt and pepper.
3. Stuff the chicken
   • Spoon the mushroom–ham mixture into each pocket.
   • Secure with toothpicks or tie with kitchen twine.
4. Cook
   • Heat a pan with a little oil over medium heat.
   • Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
   • Lower heat, cover, and cook another 8–12 minutes until fully cooked
     (or transfer to a 180°C / 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes).
5. Rest & serve
   • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
   • Remove toothpicks and serve.

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Serving ideas

• Mashed potatoes or rice
• Steamed vegetables or salad
• Creamy mushroom or light pan sauce

If you want, I can also:

• Make it oven-only
• Add a cream sauce
• Adjust it for air fryer or meal prep