Can I use a different cheese instead of brie?

Absolutely! Goat cheese, cream cheese, or even mozzarella work well in this cranberry stuffed chicken breast recipe. Just keep in mind that brie adds a uniquely creamy, mild flavor that melts beautifully. Harder cheeses won't give you the same oozy texture.

What if I don't have an oven-safe skillet?

No problem at all. Sear the chicken in a regular skillet, then transfer it to a baking dish before putting it in the oven. The results will be just as delicious, you'll just have one extra dish to wash.

Can I make this cranberry spinach stuffed chicken ahead of time?

Yes! Stuff and season the chicken breasts, secure with toothpicks, then refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours. When ready to cook, let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, then proceed with searing and baking as directed. This makes entertaining so much easier.

Elegant Cranberry Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie (High Protein Recipe)

Name: Cranberry Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; 4 oz brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small cubes; 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; ¼ cup dried cranberries; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon butter; Toothpicks (for securing chicken)

Cranberry Spinach Stuffed Chicken with Brie

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Elegant and delicious stuffed chicken breasts filled with spinach, sweet cranberries, and creamy brie cheese. Perfect for special dinners or holiday meals.

Author: James Carter Jr
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Sear, Bake
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
4 oz brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small cubes
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
Toothpicks (for securing chicken)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast, leaving the back edge intact.
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped spinach, dried cranberries, minced garlic, and cubed brie cheese.
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
Stuff each chicken breast with about ¼ cup of the spinach, cranberry, and brie mixture. Secure opening with 2-3 toothpicks.
Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add stuffed chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Notes

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness before cutting pocket for more even cooking.
Don’t overfill the chicken breasts as filling may leak during cooking. Use about ¼ cup per breast.
Can use fresh cranberries instead of dried, but they will be more tart and release more juice.
If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer chicken to a baking dish before placing in oven.
Can prepare chicken breasts ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Add a splash of white wine to the skillet after searing for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg

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