SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin

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Chicken breasts brined in herbed oil and stuffed with a crisp, bracket-shaped vegetable layer. This international-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs Chicken breasts, Olive oil, Fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 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.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 International cuisine 385 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: For the brine: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Place chicken breasts in a dish, pour brine over them, and marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Thinly slice 1 cup zucchini and 1/4 cup chopped onion. Sauté in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil for 5 minutes until softened but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the zucchini-onion mixture and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Place stuffed chicken in a baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (25 min prep + 30 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 SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin?

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 chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin?

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 SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin 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.

What goes well with SHB Bracket Stuffed Chicken with Herb-Brined Skin?

International chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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