Stuffed Chicken with Brie and Cranberries
This Stuffed Chicken with Brie and Cranberries is a rich, flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with creamy brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberries. Perfect for family dinners or festive occasions, it’s easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress guests.
Equipment
- Oven
- Skillet
- Baking dish
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 4 oz brie cheese sliced
- ½ cup cranberries dried or fresh
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme optional
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting through completely.
- Stuff each pocket with brie cheese and cranberries.
- Season the outside of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour chicken broth around it, and bake for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with sides of your choice.
Notes
To enhance flavor, garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of balsamic reduction before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.