Description
Tender chicken breasts stuffed with a savory-sweet mixture of spinach, cranberries, and creamy brie, then baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 4 oz brie cheese, rind removed and cubed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix spinach, cranberries, brie, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach-cranberry-brie mixture and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, transfer to the oven, and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.