Impressive Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken
A stunning dish featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with creamy brie and a tangy-sweet cranberry mixture, perfect for entertaining or a special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose similar sizes for even cooking.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the chicken.
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs For a crunchy topping.
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted To mix with breadcrumbs.
- 1 teaspoon salt To season the chicken and filling.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To season the chicken and filling.
- 4 ounces brie cheese Rind removed and cut into small pieces.
For the Cranberry Filling
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries Fresh cranberries are recommended for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup honey To add sweetness to the filling.
- 1/4 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed is better.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon For flavoring the cranberry mixture.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger To enhance the taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add fresh cranberries and stir for about five minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in honey, orange juice, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until thickened. Allow to cool.
- Cut a pocket into the center of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut through completely.
- Stuff each pocket with pieces of brie cheese followed by the cooled cranberry mixture.
- Use toothpicks to secure the openings of each stuffed chicken breast.
Cooking
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and spread over the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking and garnish with chopped parsley.
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Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. For additional flavor, consider drizzling cranberry sauce around the plate.