Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Madeira Wine Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Madeira Wine Sauce. Tender chicken breasts are butterflied and packed with a savory filling of sautéed button mushrooms, aromatic shallots, garlic, fresh thyme, and creamy Parmesan cheese. The golden-browned chicken is then baked to perfection and draped in a rich, velvety Madeira wine sauce infused with the luxurious flavors of butter, chicken stock, and a hint of heavy cream. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this dish combines elegance and comfort, making it an ideal centerpiece for any meal. Pair it with roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes for a restaurant-quality feast at home! Keywords: mushroom stuffed chicken, Madeira wine sauce, gourmet chicken dinner, easy stuffed chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 cup button mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 quarter cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Madeira wine
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces toothpicks or kitchen twine

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped mushrooms, shallots, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in fresh thyme and a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 4

Once cooled, mix in grated Parmesan cheese to the mushroom mixture and set aside.

Step 5

Using a sharp knife, carefully butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally without cutting all the way through. Open each breast like a book.

Step 6

Place a generous spoonful of the mushroom mixture in the center of each chicken breast and fold the top half over the filling. Secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling in place.

Step 7

Season the outside of each stuffed chicken breast with salt and pepper.

Step 8

Heat unsalted butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature).

Step 10

While the chicken bakes, prepare the Madeira wine sauce. In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add Madeira wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 11

Stir in chicken stock and heavy cream, and simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12

Once the chicken is cooked, remove the toothpicks or twine and plate the chicken. Spoon the Madeira wine sauce generously over the top before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1402.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2018.1

Total Fat 92.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 735.3mg	0%
Sodium 3371.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 238.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.3mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 453.3mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 51.7%

Carbs: 3.0%