Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a rich cheesy mushroom filling, then cooked in buttery garlic goodness until golden and tender. This easy dinner recipe is packed with flavor, melty cheese, and creamy mushrooms in every bite — perfect for a cozy family meal or an impressive homemade dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add chopped mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and mix the mushrooms with cream cheese and mozzarella cheese until creamy and well combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheesy mushroom filling. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil and remaining butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Spoon the garlic butter from the pan over the chicken while cooking for extra flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Tips
- Add spinach to the filling for extra flavor.
- Use cheddar or parmesan cheese for a different cheesy twist.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes after searing if you prefer oven-finished chicken.
Creamy, cheesy, garlicky, and packed with savory mushrooms — this stuffed chicken recipe is pure comfort food with restaurant-style flavor at home.