Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Tomato Basil
Juicy chicken breasts filled with a blend of mozzarella, parmesan, and goat cheese, baked with fresh tomato-basil sauce. This italian-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, crumbled goat cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 (4 oz each), butterflied chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp, grated parmesan cheese
- 2 oz, crumbled goat cheese
- 2 medium, diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place butterflied chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Mix 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella, 2 tbsp grated parmesan, and 2 oz crumbled goat cheese in a bowl. Divide evenly among chicken breasts, then fold edges over to seal.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, combine diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Spoon mixture over each stuffed chicken breast.
- Step 4: Bake for 25-28 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and cheese is bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Tomato Basil take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Tomato Basil?
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 Tomato Basil?
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 Tomato Basil 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 Tomato Basil?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the Italian come through in every bite.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
