Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese Basil and Red Pepper

Elevate your dinner game with these Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Basil, and Red Pepper—an elegant yet easy-to-make dish that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasion. Each tender chicken breast is carefully filled with a creamy goat cheese mixture, fragrant fresh basil leaves, and sweetly smoky roasted red pepper slices, then seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper for a mouthwatering finish. Searing the stuffed chicken to golden perfection before baking locks in the juices while ensuring a crispy, flavorful exterior. Ready in under an hour, this gourmet-inspired recipe is a surefire way to impress your family or guests, and it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad. Optimize your dinnertime with this simple yet stunning stuffed chicken recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 4 ounces Goat cheese
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 2 pieces Roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 10 pieces Toothpicks (or kitchen twine)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, ensuring not to cut all the way through.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the goat cheese with a pinch of black pepper for extra flavor.

Step 4

Slice the roasted red peppers into thin strips.

Step 5

Stuff each chicken breast pocket with 1 ounce of goat cheese, 2 basil leaves, and a few strips of roasted red pepper.

Step 6

Secure the stuffed chicken breasts with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling inside during cooking.

Step 7

Rub the outside of each chicken breast with olive oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add a bit of olive oil if needed and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove the toothpicks or twine before plating.

Step 11

Slice and serve the stuffed chicken breasts with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(963.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1863.7

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.7mg	0%
Sodium 3656.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 242.2g	0%

Vitamin D 90.5IU	0%
Calcium 270.6mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2163.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 53.7%

Carbs: 2.4%