Description
Succulent chicken breasts stuffed with savory stuffing mix, seasoned with paprika and baked to perfection for a delicious, hearty meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts, cut with pocket
Stuffing
- 2 cups prepared stuffing mix
Seasoning and Oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast carefully, making enough space to hold the stuffing inside.
- Stuff the Chicken: Fill each chicken breast pocket evenly with 2 cups of prepared stuffing mix and secure them with toothpicks to keep the stuffing inside during cooking.
- Season the Chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of paprika evenly, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake: Bake the stuffed chicken breasts in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks carefully before serving and enjoy your flavorful stuffed chicken breasts.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly for food safety.
- You can customize the stuffing by adding herbs or cooked vegetables for more flavor.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
