Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts filled with buttery garlic mushrooms and Parmesan cheese, seared to golden perfection. A rich, flavorful dish ideal for a comforting, elegant dinner.
4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Mushroom Filling:
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Mushroom Filling:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and most of the moisture has evaporated. Stir in the grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Prepare the Chicken Breasts:
- If needed, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet. Carefully cut a deep horizontal slit along the side of each chicken breast to create a pocket, ensuring not to slice all the way through.
Stuff the Chicken:
- Spoon the cooled mushroom mixture evenly into each chicken breast pocket. Secure the openings with toothpicks to hold the filling in place during cooking.
Cook the Chicken:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the remaining butter. Season the outside of the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for approximately 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. During the final minute of cooking, sprinkle the tops with additional Parmesan cheese.
Rest and Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the heat and allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before removing toothpicks and serving. Serve warm with preferred side dishes such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or rice.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the Parmesan cheese and butter used are certified gluten-free. Additionally, take care that all spices and seasonings—including any store-bought garlic or parsley—are free from additives or cross-contamination. No flour or breading is used in the base recipe, so minimal adjustments are needed for a gluten-free version.