Three-Cheese Stuffed Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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Plump chicken breasts filled with a rich trio of cheeses, topped with a zesty sun-dried tomato pesto. This Italian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 47 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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: 25 min Cook: 22 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 410 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts
4 oz (softened) cream cheese
3 oz (shredded) mozzarella cheese
2 oz (grated) parmesan cheese
2 tbsp (oil-packed, drained) sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 cup (chopped) fresh basil
1 clove (minced) garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butterfly chicken breasts by slicing horizontally through the thickest part, then open like a book. Season inside with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Mix cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan until combined. Spread 2 tbsp cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast. Top with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and garlic.
Step 3: Fold chicken over filling and secure with toothpicks. Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 2 minutes per side until golden.
Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to set the filling.