Broccoli Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

Name: Broccoli Cheese-Stuffed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1.5 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 0.5 teaspoon paprika; 3 thin chicken breast cutlets; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 3 wedges spreadable garlic and herb cheese (such as The Laughing Cow®), softened; 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and finely chopped; 0.25 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; toothpicks; 1 tablespoon olive oil

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This cheesy broccoli-stuffed chicken is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. Thin, pre-sliced chicken cutlets save you time, but you can buy regular chicken breasts and slice them yourself if preferred.

Recipe by France C

Updated on April 24, 2023

close up view of a sliced Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken served on a white plate with grains and fresh herbs

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

3

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Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon paprika
3 thin chicken breast cutlets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 wedges spreadable garlic and herb cheese (such as The Laughing Cow®), softened
1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and finely chopped
¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
toothpicks
1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Combine flour and paprika in a shallow bowl.
Place chicken cutlets between two pieces of plastic wrap; pound with a mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Mash spreadable cheese with a fork in a bowl until creamy. Stir in broccoli and Cheddar until well combined. Spread mixture over the middle of each cutlet, then roll cutlets over filling and secure the edges with toothpicks. Dredge in flour mixture.
Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken into the skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 14 to 16 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove toothpicks before serving.

Tips

Feel free to change up the flavor of The Laughing Cow cheese for variety.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258	Calories
12g	Fat
7g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 5g	24%
Cholesterol 76mg	25%
Sodium 444mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 30g
Vitamin C 30mg	148%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 275mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.