Description
Deliciously creamy and spicy, Stuffed Buffalo Chicken features tender chicken breasts filled with a zesty buffalo cheese mixture, baked to perfection for a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Additional paprika, for seasoning (optional)
Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (mild or hot, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Prepare the Chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, making sure not to slice all the way through to keep the filling inside.
- Stuff the Chicken: Generously spoon the buffalo cheese mixture into each chicken breast pocket, filling them well.
- Seal the Chicken: Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to close the openings securely, preventing the filling from leaking during cooking.
- Season the Chicken: Drizzle olive oil over each stuffed chicken breast, then season the outside with salt, pepper, and additional paprika if desired for extra flavor.
- Bake the Chicken: Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for Extra Flavor (optional): For a golden-brown finish, switch the oven to broil and cook the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- Rest the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top of the chicken breasts for a fresh, vibrant garnish before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level of the buffalo sauce depending on your preference for spice.
- Ensure the chicken breasts are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F to guarantee safety and juiciness.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with a low-fat cream cheese alternative.
- If you do not have fresh parsley, dried parsley or chives may also be used as a garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: buffalo chicken, stuffed chicken breasts, baked chicken, spicy chicken recipe, creamy buffalo chicken, easy dinner, chicken with cheese filling
