Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a blend of three cheeses, baked with broccoli for a balanced, protein-packed dinner. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 43 minutes pairs shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, crumbled feta cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz) pieces, butterflied chicken breasts
- 3 oz, shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp, grated parmesan cheese
- 1 oz, crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups, florets broccoli
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Season 4 butterflied chicken breasts with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Mix 3 oz shredded mozzarella, 2 tbsp grated parmesan, and 1 oz crumbled feta in a bowl.
- Step 3: Divide cheese mixture evenly over chicken breasts, folding edges to encase filling.
- Step 4: Place chicken on a baking sheet. Toss 2 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Arrange broccoli around chicken. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over chicken.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-28 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and broccoli is tender-crisp.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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 Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli?
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 shredded mozzarella cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli?
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 Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli 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 Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli?
Italian 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.
