Gala Apple and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with sweet Gala apples and sharp cheddar, baked until golden with a hint of thyme. This American-inspired game-day recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, Gala apples, sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (about 1.5 lbs total) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 medium, peeled and finely diced Gala apples
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat chicken breasts dry, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Cut horizontal pockets into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut through the bottom.
Step 3: Divide diced Gala apples and shredded cheddar equally among the pockets, filling each to 3/4 capacity.
Step 4: Secure openings with toothpicks, then dredge each breast in flour, shaking off excess.
Step 5: Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet over medium-high until shimmering, then sear breasts 2 minutes per side until golden.
Step 6: Transfer skillet to oven and bake 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 7: Rest 5 minutes before serving.