Description
Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a savory and satisfying dish that elevates your dining experience with its rich flavors and creamy texture. Featuring tender boneless chicken breasts generously filled with a delightful mixture of smoked Gouda cheese and sautéed mushrooms, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between gourmet taste and easy preparation. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this stuffed chicken will impress both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Pair it with fresh salads, hearty sides, or delicious sauces to create a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 14 oz baby bella mushrooms
- 2 cups Gouda cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup white onion (diced)
- 5 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare mushrooms by chopping most and slicing a few for topping.
- Create pockets in chicken breasts for stuffing.
- Sauté chopped mushrooms and onions in olive oil until soft; add garlic and seasonings.
- Mix sautéed ingredients with Gouda cheese.
- Briefly sear stuffed chicken in the skillet before placing it in a baking dish.
- Bake for about 50 minutes; top with remaining Gouda and sliced mushrooms; bake an additional 7-10 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg