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Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken: A Cozy Dinner Adventure

Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a celebration of flavors, transforming a simple dinner into something special.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stuffing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 10 oz. Baby Bella Mushrooms Can substitute with regular white mushrooms.
  • 4 oz. Baby Bella Mushrooms (sliced) Used for topping.
  • 1 medium White Onion Can substitute with yellow onion or shallots.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Can substitute with fresh parsley.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can substitute with dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper Can substitute with white pepper.
  • 1 cup Gouda Cheese (shredded) Can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella.
For the Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure even thickness for even cooking.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Chop 10 oz. of baby bella mushrooms and set aside. Slice remaining 4 oz. for topping.
  3. Slice pockets into each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
  4. In a skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté chopped mushrooms for about 5 minutes until golden.
  5. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
  6. Incorporate dried parsley, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
  7. Combine sautéed mixture with 1 cup of shredded Gouda cheese in a mixing bowl.
  8. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, brown the chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side.
  9. Stuff each chicken pocket with the mushroom and Gouda mixture, and place in a greased baking dish.
  10. Bake the stuffed chicken for 50 minutes.
  11. Sauté sliced mushrooms in the skillet for about 2 minutes to create a topping.
  12. After baking, top chicken with remaining Gouda cheese and sautéed mushrooms. Return to oven for 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after baking to lock in juices. Adjust salt to taste throughout cooking for best balance.

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