Description
Juicy, tender chicken breasts are stuffed with creamy brie cheese, sweet-tart cranberries, and fresh herbs for a delicious, comforting main dish perfect for holidays or special dinners.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 oz brie cheese, sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toothpicks or kitchen twine, for securing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting all the way through; open like a book.
- Season the inside of each chicken breast with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Place slices of brie, 1 tablespoon of dried cranberries, and chopped parsley inside each chicken breast.
- Fold the chicken closed and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and transfer skillet to the oven.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then remove toothpicks or twine before serving.
Notes
Swap cranberries with chopped dried apricots or cherries for variation.
Use rosemary or thyme instead of parsley for different herb flavors.
Add cream cheese with the brie for extra richness.
Top with chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy finish.
Wrap chicken in prosciutto before searing for smoky flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10–15 minutes to preserve texture.
Freeze cooled portions wrapped in foil inside a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
