Lemon-Thyme Stuffed Chicken Breast

Name: Lemon-Thyme Stuffed Chicken Breast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts; 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 1/2 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 tbsp olive oil; to taste salt; to taste pepper; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup chicken broth

Tender chicken breasts stuffed with a bright lemon-thyme mixture, baked until golden and juicy with melted cheese.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
to taste salt
to taste pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken breasts dry and cut a horizontal pocket into each, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season the inside of the pocket with salt and pepper.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Spoon the mixture into the chicken pockets and secure with toothpicks.
Step 3: Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off excess. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove toothpicks and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.