Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
Creating the perfect Lemon Stuffed Chicken can be achieved seamlessly by following these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or olive oil.
2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.
3. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
4. Stuff the Chicken: Take a portion of the lemon filling and spread it evenly over each chicken breast. Be careful not to overfill, as the filling may spill out during cooking.
5. Secure the Chicken: Roll each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to hold the filling inside while cooking.
6. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the stuffed chicken breasts. Sear each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
7. Bake: Once the chicken is seared, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Following these steps will yield perfectly juicy and flavor-packed Lemon Stuffed Chicken that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 35g