Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast
Chicken breasts stuffed with spiced apples and caramelized onions, finished with a white wine sauce. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, thinly sliced apples, finely diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts
- 2, thinly sliced apples
- 1, finely diced onion
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh, chopped thyme
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Butterfly 4 chicken breasts horizontally. Mix 2 sliced apples, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp chopped thyme. Divide equally between chicken breasts and secure with toothpicks.
- Step 2: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and cook for 8 minutes until soft and golden.
- Step 3: Place stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Step 4: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 1/4 cup white wine and 1/4 cup chicken broth to the skillet, scraping browned bits. Simmer for 3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Step 5: Pour sauce over chicken breasts and garnish with remaining apple slices.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cinnamon-Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors were amazing, my family loved the apple and cinnamon combo!
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great but the chicken took longer to cook than the recipe said.
- ★★★☆☆
The stuffing was a bit too sweet for my taste.
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