Best Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipes

CHEESY BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat an 8-inch square casserole dish with cooking spray.
• Combine broccoli, Cheddar cheese, rice, and onion in a medium bowl. Add salt and garlic granules; mix well.
• Cut a deep pocket into each chicken breast with a sharp knife. Stuff each breast with broccoli-cheese mixture, place in the prepared casserole, and sprinkle with poultry rub. Cover casserole with aluminum foil.
• Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
• Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl then add 2 tablespoons water. Cover the bowl (a large plate works best) then microwave for 2 minutes. Remove the broccoli to paper towels, drain very well and let cool slightly.
• Chop the broccoli into small, pea-sized pieces then return it to the bowl. Add the Cheddar, cream cheese, chives, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir until well combined.
• Arrange the chicken breasts on a cutting board, and using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket horizontally into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through to the other side.
• Divide the broccoli mixture among the chicken breasts, pressing it firmly into each pocket.
• Season the outsides of the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, salt, pepper and any other preferred spices.
• Divide the olive oil among two ovenproof skillets set over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add 2 of the chicken breasts to each skillet. Cook the chicken until seared on one side, about 3 minutes, then flip it once and cook until seared on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Transfer the skillets to the oven and continue cooking the chicken breasts until the thickest part of each breast reaches 165 degrees F, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Remove the chicken breasts from the oven and serve.

PECAN CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• To Make Broccoli/Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium saucepan over low heat, heat the lemon juice, butter or margarine, garlic, basil and pimento until butter or margarine has melted. Add the 1 cup pecans, broccoli and onion and cook until broccoli is tender; then add the sour cream and cream cheese and mix all together until smooth. Let cool, cover and refrigerate to chill for 30 minutes.
• Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of the broccoli/cream cheese filling in the center of each chicken breast, roll up, tuck in sides and fasten with toothpicks. Put the egg beat in a shallow dish or bowl, and mix the bread crumbs and 1/2 cup pecans together in another shallow dish or bowl. Dip the chicken rolls in the egg, then in the pecan mixture.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and saute coated chicken rolls in skillet until well browned on both sides, about 2 to 4 minutes each side. Place browned rolls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
• Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and chicken meat is white. Serve with a small portion of leftover broccoli/cream cheese mixture on top of each chicken breast.

PECAN CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• To Make Broccoli/Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium saucepan over low heat, heat the lemon juice, butter or margarine, garlic, basil and pimento until butter or margarine has melted. Add the 1 cup pecans, broccoli and onion and cook until broccoli is tender; then add the sour cream and cream cheese and mix all together until smooth. Let cool, cover and refrigerate to chill for 30 minutes.
• Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of the broccoli/cream cheese filling in the center of each chicken breast, roll up, tuck in sides and fasten with toothpicks. Put the egg beat in a shallow dish or bowl, and mix the bread crumbs and 1/2 cup pecans together in another shallow dish or bowl. Dip the chicken rolls in the egg, then in the pecan mixture.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and saute coated chicken rolls in skillet until well browned on both sides, about 2 to 4 minutes each side. Place browned rolls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
• Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and chicken meat is white. Serve with a small portion of leftover broccoli/cream cheese mixture on top of each chicken breast.

BROCCOLI AND HAM STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Spray a 9x13 inch pan, set aside.
• On a sheet of waxed paper, combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, and seasonings, set aside.
• In small bowl, using fork, combine egg and butter and mix well.
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Roll each pounded breast into egg mixture and then into crumbs, coating both sides evenly.
• On each breast arrange 1/2 oz. cheese, 1/2 oz. ham and 2 tablespoons brocoli on top of ham.
• Place near one end for easier rollup. Roll to enclose filling.
• Arrange breast seams side down in baking pan.
• Bake until tender at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes.

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH BROCCOLI, SPINACH AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F Coat a glass baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
• Combine stuffing ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well.
• Cut a slit lengthwise through the thickest part of each chicken breast to create a pocket for the stuffing.
• Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the stuffing mixture into the pocket in each chicken breast. Press the filling inside the pocket securely with your fingers.
• Pinch the pocket closed, securing with toothpicks. Then, bring the thin fillet of the breast up over the pocket and secure into place with toothpicks.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
• Beat the egg and milk together until frothy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Dip the stuffed chicken breast into the egg mixture, coating each side thoroughly. Coat the breast in the bread crumbs and place in the hot oil.
• Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
• Bake for 30 minutes, or until juices run clear when pierced.
• Meanwhile, whisk milk and cream together in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to boil, stirring constantly.
• Whisk in flour, dill and lemon extract, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook until thickened, stirring constantly, 1-2 minutes.
• Plate each chicken breast, spooning the cream sauce over top (about 2 tablespoons per breast). Garnish with fresh parsley.

BROCCOLI & CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS RECIPE - (3.9/5)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. If your chicken is on the thick side, you'll first want to butterfly it to give yourself more surface area to work with as you wrap it around the filling. Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray for easy chicken removal. A pizza stone will also work for baking the stuffed chicken. Layer all 4 slices of American cheese on top of each other, and slice vertically into four even rectangle cheese stacks. Take one of the rectangle cheese stacks and place it in the center of a whole slice of Swiss. Place some of the chopped broccoli on and around the American cheese stack, and wrap the Swiss around both, creating a small packet. Place the cheese and broccoli 'packet' in the center of a flattened chicken breast, then wrap the chicken around it, securing the edges of the chicken together with toothpicks. Repeat for the remaining chicken breasts. Prepare 3 bowls for the breading process. Place the flour in one, egg wash in the second (the egg and water, beaten), and the breadcrumbs in the third. Dredge the chicken in flour, egg wash, and then breadcrumbs before placing seam-side up on a pizza stone or cookie sheet. Bake in the oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken reaches a temperature of 165°F. Don't forget to remove the toothpicks before serving! Note: You may not need to use the entire 3/4 cup of chopped broccoli. It will depend on how large your chicken breasts are. Don't worry about trying to stuff in more that can fit into your chicken. WARNING: One serving of this Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts may not fully satisfy your hunger! These Broccoli, American and Swiss cheese stuffed chicken breasts are so good you'll be asking for seconds.

MICROWAVE BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Drain broccoli well; combine with green onions and 1/2 cup cheese in a large bowl and mix.
• Pound each chicken breast half to 1/4-inch thickness, and top each with a piece of ham and 1/6 of broccoli mixture.
• Fold chicken in half over filling; tuck thinner ends under (use toothpicks to hold in filling if necessary).
• Mix bread crumbs, parsley, and paprika.
• Brush about a tablespoon of melted butter over chicken, and coat with seasoned crumbs.
• In a 13"x9" baking dish, cook chicken, covered loosely with waxed paper, on High 10 to 12 minutes (until fork tender) (High heat on my microwave is 800 watts.).
• Let stand, covered, while preparing sauce.
• In a 1-quart bowl, stir together remaining 2 tbsp butter, flour, salt, and pepper.
• Stir in milk gradually; cook on High 3 1/2 minutes or until boiling, stirring twice.
• Add remaining cheese, whisking until melted; serve with chicken.

CREAMY BROCCOLI STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine stuffing mix and water in large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, pound chicken to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat mallet. Add broccoli to stuffing; mix lightly.
• Spread the mix evenly onto chicken breasts to within 1/2 inch of outer edges. Roll up each breast from one of the short ends, enclosing the stuffing mixture.
• Place chicken, seam-sides down, in 13x9 inch baking dish.
• Mix soup and milk; pour over chicken. Sprinkle with paprika and Parmesan cheese.
• Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

CREAMY BROCCOLI STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• 1. Combine stuffing mix and water in large bowl. Let stand five minutes. Meanwhile pound chicken to within 1/4 inch thickness. Add broccoli to stuffing, mix lightly.
• 2. Spread onto chicken to within 1/2 inch of edges, roll up starting at one short end of each.
• 3. Place seam side down in 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Mix soup and milk pour over chicken. Top with paprika and cheese. Bake 30 minutes til done , should read 165 degrees on thermometer.

BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°.
• For the filling, heat broccoli, bell pepper, and water, covered, in microwave for 1 minute; drain.
• Combine Cheddar, cream cheese, and scallions. Stir in broccoli and bell pepper; season filling with salt and pepper.
• For the chicken, prepare breasts by slicing lengthwise through the sides to create a pocket, taking care not to slice all the way through. Combine garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Season breasts with spice mixture, then divide filling among pockets.
• Heat oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Add breasts and cook 4-5 minutes. Flip breasts, cover skillet, and transfer to oven. Roast breasts until a thermometer inserted into the thickest parts register 165°, 15-17 minutes.

CREAMY BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400ºF.
• Combine stuffing mix and water in large bowl. Let stand 5 min. Meanwhile, pound chicken to 1/4-inch thickness. Add broccoli to stuffing; mix lightly. Spread onto chicken to within 1/2 inch of edges; roll up starting at one short end of each.
• Place, seam-sides down, in 13x9-inch baking dish. Mix soup and milk; pour over chicken. Top with paprika and cheese.
• Bake 30 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF).