Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
A delicious and elegant Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe where tender chicken breasts are filled with sweet, crisp apples and creamy brie cheese, then baked to juicy perfection. This dish combines savory and fruity flavors in a comforting yet sophisticated meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing
- 1 large apple, thinly sliced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
Additional
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (optional, for searing or brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the stuffed chicken breasts evenly.
- Prepare Chicken Breasts: Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket without cutting all the way through.
- Stuff Chicken: Layer the apple slices and brie cheese evenly inside each chicken pocket. Season the inside and outside of the breasts with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Optional Sear: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown to enhance flavor and texture.
- Bake: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish (or if skipping searing, place directly) and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute and the filling to set slightly.
Notes
- You can use any variety of sweet, crisp apple such as Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp depending on your preference.
- Brie rind is edible and adds earthiness, but if preferred, you can remove it before stuffing.
- If you skip searing, the chicken will be softer on the outside but still delicious after baking.
- For extra flavor, add fresh thyme or sage inside the stuffing before baking.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through by using a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or dryness.
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