Ohhh yes—Cheesy Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a total weeknight win 🧀🥦🍗
They look fancy, taste cozy, and are surprisingly easy.
🧀🥦 Cheesy Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup broccoli, finely chopped (steamed & drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Colby-Jack)
- 3 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tsp paprika or Italian seasoning
- Olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Prep chicken:
Cut a deep pocket into each chicken breast (don’t slice all the way through). - Mix filling:
Combine broccoli, shredded cheese, cream cheese, garlic, salt & pepper. - Stuff:
Spoon filling into each pocket. Secure with toothpicks if needed. - Season:
Rub chicken with oil or butter, sprinkle paprika/Italian seasoning, salt & pepper. - Bake:
Place in a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F. - Rest 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, serve.
🔥 Pro tips
- Chop broccoli small so it stays inside
- Use room-temp cream cheese for easier mixing
- Finish with a quick broil for extra golden tops
Variations
- Add cooked bacon to the filling (elite)
- Swap broccoli for spinach
- Make it keto with extra cheese, no fillers
Want a pan-seared + oven finish, air fryer, or low-carb sauce to go with it?
