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Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken

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Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a juicy, oven-baked dish packed with melty cheese and tender broccoli. It’s a healthy, high-protein meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about2to2¼pounds)
  • ½ teaspoonsalt
  • ½ teaspoonsmoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoongarlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoononion powder
  • ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1½ cupssmall-diced broccoli florets (~½-inch pieces), blanched and patted dry
  • ¼ cupfinely diced red bell pepper
  • 1⅓ cupsshredded Colby-Jack cheese
  • 1½ tablespoonsmayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). With a sharp knife, cut a pocket into each chicken breast lengthwise without cutting through.
  2. In a small bowl, mix salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine blanched broccoli, diced red pepper, shredded cheese, mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon of the seasoning blend. Mix gently.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the broccoli-cheese mixture. Secure with 2–3 toothpicks per breast. Season both sides of chicken with remaining spice blend.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear two chicken breasts at a time for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  6. Return all seared chicken to the skillet. Cover with foil and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks carefully and serve warm.

Notes

Pat broccoli completely dry after blanching to avoid soggy filling.
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
Add chili flakes or jalapeños for a spicy version.
Make ahead and refrigerate raw stuffed chicken for up to 24 hours.
Wrap in foil and freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months.

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