Elegant Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner Recipe
Tender chicken breasts stuffed with sweet apples and creamy brie, pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven for a gourmet weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1medium apple, peeled and finely diced
- 4 ozbrie cheese, rind removed and cubed
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 tspfresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cupchicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a small bowl, mix together the diced apple, brie cubes, and thyme. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the apple and brie mixture, then secure the opening with toothpicks. Season the outside of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, then transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C).
- Remove toothpicks, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve drizzled with pan juices.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.