How Long Should I Cook A Stuffed Chicken Breast?

1. Heat oven to 375°F. …
2. In small bowl, mix cheese and ham. …
3. Place melted butter in shallow dish. …
4. Bake 28 to 32 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).

The cream cheese and Parmesan add tons of flavor to this spinach-stuffed chicken, and the entire dish only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it a new low-carb family favorite.

My 13-year-old daughter, who is sweet and beautiful, doesn’t like vegetables much. I try to keep in mind that I also didn’t eat vegetables as a child and I survived, so this is probably pretty normal. I still keep trying to push the veggies though.

Yesterday, for dinner, I told her we were having chicken. Cheese stuffed chicken breast, to be exact.

I failed to mention that there was spinach in the cheese. She wasn’t blind, so she was fully aware of it there and simply went with it.

You guys. She ate that entire piece of chicken. Alongside a serving of pan fried Brussels sprouts. Like, woah.

Anyway, I’ve come to think that this recipe for baked stuffed chicken breast is magical. You’ll adore it and it’s also simple and delicious.

How to Make Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast at 400

The recipe card is at the bottom of this post and includes all the necessary measurements and instructions.

Heat an oven-safe skillet on medium-high heat with olive oil. Add peppers, onions, celery, and sausage. Saute.

Add garlic and stir. Remove the vegetables and sausage from the pan and set aside.

Arrange the chicken breasts on a cutting board, and using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket lengthwise into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through to the other side.

Place the vegetable and sausage mixture firmly into each pocket.

Season the outsides of the chicken breasts on both sides with spices.

Melt butter in a pan.

Once the butter has melted, add the chicken breasts to each pan. Sear the chicken.

Transfer the skillet to the oven and continue to cook the chicken breasts until the thickest part of each breast reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.

Bake the chicken at 400 degrees.

Cook time will vary based on the size of your chicken breasts. It can take 20 minutes or more. Cook the chicken until it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees. Use a meat thermometer.

How to Slice and Stuff the Chicken

Make a deep pocket in the chicken breast by making a lengthwise cut without cutting through to the other side.

To make Hasselback Chicken, cut slits in the tops of the chicken breasts and stuff them instead of making a pocket in each one. The reason I didn’t use this variation for this recipe is because it holds a lot less stuffing.

This baked stuffed chicken breast recipe is ready in just 35 minutes!

Okay, friends. In order to demonstrate how simple this spinach-stuffed chicken is, I’ve included a video below.

I sincerely hope you all try it out and let me know what you and your family think. I hope it’s a big hit.

Other recipes you might like:

This chicken is stuffed with jalapenos and wrapped in bacon, so you know it’s amazing.

This broccoli salad is loaded with bacon and cheddar.

Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry – low carb and so good! Broccoli Cheese Casserole – if you love cheesy casseroles, this is a side dish you don’t want to miss!

FAQ

How long should I bake a chicken breast at 350?

Cooking advice Cook the chicken breast for 25 to 30 minutes at 350°F (177°C). Check that the internal temperature of the meat is 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.

What temperature should a stuffed chicken breast be when it’s done?

Spray the stuffed chicken breasts with vegetable oil sparingly and season with salt, paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. 8. Place in lightly greased 8 X 11. 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F in a prepared 425°F oven, place the chicken in a 5 X 2-inch (2-quart) baking dish.

Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 400?

The range for roasting or baking is 325 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. A good rule of thumb when roasting a whole chicken is to start the oven at 400 to 425 degrees F, reduce the temperature to 350 after 15 minutes, and cook the chicken until the internal temperature registers between 165 and 175 degrees F.

How long should a chicken breast cook in the oven?

To ensure that they are thoroughly cooked, be sure to use a quick read meat thermometer. Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, baking time at 400°F will range from 22 to 26 minutes. Although I prefer the higher heat above, chicken breasts can be cooked at 350°F for closer to 25–30 minutes.