Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast. Chop the broccoli into small, pea-sized pieces then return it to the bowl. 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.

Combine broccoli, Cheddar cheese, rice, and onion in a medium bowl. Add salt and garlic granules; mix well. Add in broccoli florets and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne. You can cook Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast using 9 ingredients and 6 steps. Here is how you cook that.

Ingredients of Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

You need 4 of Large Chicken Breasts.
You need of Salt & Pepper.
Prepare 2 tsp of Garlic Powder.
It's 1 tsp of Paprika.
You need 1 (12 oz) of bag Steamable Broccoli Florets.
Prepare 1 of diced Bell Pepper (any color).
Prepare 2 cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese.
It's 2 tbsp of Mayo.
It's 2 tbsp of Olive Oil.

Combine with shredded cheddar cheese and Greek yogurt. In a small bowl combine the broccoli, cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese, set aside. Slice each chicken breast lengthwise so that the breast folds open (be sure not to slice all the way through) Spread the broccoli cheddar mixture on one side of the chicken and fold the other side over, secure with a toothpick. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through.

Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast step by step

Preheat Oven to 425° Fahrenheit.
Cut a Pocket in each chicken breast for filling. Be careful not to cut all the way through..
For the filling: Follow the instructions on the broccoli for preparation. While that’s cooking dice your bell pepper. After broccoli has cooled some dice it up smaller if you prefer. Combine broccoli, bell pepper, cheese, mayo & 1 tsp of the garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste..
Mix the filling until combined. Then divide the mixture evenly between the chicken breast. Using toothpicks to secure if necessary..
Season both sides of the chicken breast with salt, pepper, paprika & 1 tsp of garlic powder..
Heat a large oven safe skillet (I prefer cast iron) over medium heat & add the Olive Oil. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side. Cover skillet in foil and bake in preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°. Let rest 5 minutes covered before enjoying..

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, shallots, broccoli, thyme, and garlic powder. Sprinkle both sides of cutlets with salt and pepper. Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Succulent, crispy edged chicken breasts, stuffed with a dreamy, creamy filling of cheddar, cream cheese and broccoli. These Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts are literally packed with flavor. Easy to whip up and perfect for a hearty weeknight main.