Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast

I perpetually knew they were a lot of willing to undertake foods, however once my vi year previous girl came home from faculty, saw cut broccoli on my chopping board and now asked if she might eat it… well, that’s simply not normal… is it?

Then, once I was creating this direction, she was right by my aspect, super excited that i used to be not solely stuffing this chicken with broccoli, however additionally red bell peppers.

She’s not the sole one in every of my children WHO gets excited regarding veggies. i suppose I ought to chalk this one up to a parenting win.

So next time my children do one thing fully embarrassing like wind within the middle of church, I’ll simply keep in mind that a minimum of they eat their vegetables.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 large chicken breasts
• salt & pepper
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder, divided
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1 cup finely chopped broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup mild cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp mayo
• 2 tbsp olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika and 1/2 tsp of the garlic powder. Use a sharp knife to cut a slice through the middle of the chicken breasts, but not all the way through, creating a pocket for the filling.
3. For the filling, place the broccoli in a microwaveable dish and add about 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 minute. Drain any excess water. To the dish add the bell pepper, cheese, mayo, remaining garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until combined, then divide the mixture between the chicken breasts, using a toothpick to secure if necessary.
4. Heat a large, oven safe skillet (I prefer to use a cast iron skillet), over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Cover skillet with foil and bake in preheated oven for 15- 17 minutes, or until chicken reads 165 degrees. Let rest, covered for 5 minutes before enjoying.

NOTES
*Since these are large chicken breasts, I usually say 1/2 chicken breast is one serving.
Recipe source: By Shawn Syphus https://iwashyoudry.com/broccoli-cheese-stuffed-chicken-breast

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