Broccoli Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

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This cheesy broccoli-stuffed chicken is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. Thin, pre-sliced chicken cutlets save you time, but you can buy regular chicken breasts and slice them yourself if preferred.

close up view of a sliced Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken served on a white plate with grains and fresh herbs
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
3
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • 3 thin chicken breast cutlets

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 3 wedges spreadable garlic and herb cheese (such as The Laughing Cow®), softened

  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and finely chopped

  • ¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • toothpicks

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Combine flour and paprika in a shallow bowl.

  2. Place chicken cutlets between two pieces of plastic wrap; pound with a mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

  3. Mash spreadable cheese with a fork in a bowl until creamy. Stir in broccoli and Cheddar until well combined. Spread mixture over the middle of each cutlet, then roll cutlets over filling and secure the edges with toothpicks. Dredge in flour mixture.

  4. Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken into the skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 14 to 16 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove toothpicks before serving.

Recipe Tip

Feel free to change up the flavor of cheese for variety.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258 Calories
12g Fat
7g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g 16%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 444mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 30mg 33%
Calcium 108mg 8%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 275mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.