Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken
This Impressive Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken features tender chicken breasts filled with creamy brie and a sweet cranberry mixture, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying at family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup fresh cranberries
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small pieces
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure your workspace is clean and organized.
Prepare the cranberry mixture
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the fresh cranberries and stir occasionally until they soften and burst, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the honey, orange juice, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
Prepare the chicken
- Cut a pocket in the center of each chicken breast, careful not to slice all the way through.
Stuff the chicken
- Stuff each breast with equal amounts of brie cheese and a generous portion of the cooled cranberry mixture.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks.
Sear the chicken
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Prepare the breadcrumb topping
- In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter, mixing well.
Bake the chicken
- Place the breadcrumb mixture evenly over each stuffed chicken breast.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Rest before serving
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish and serve
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken for a fresh finish.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before cooking or adding nuts to the breadcrumb topping.