Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken Recipe
This Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with the sweet crispness of Granny Smith apples and the creamy richness of Brie cheese. Perfectly seasoned and glazed with a delightful maple Dijon mustard sauce, this dish is pan-seared for a golden crust before finishing in the oven to juicy perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Filling
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each, 24 oz total)
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 4 oz light Brie cheese, sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
For Cooking and Glaze
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp creamy Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp whole grain Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside, ready for the chicken after searing.
- Create Chicken Pockets: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each breast horizontally to create a pocket without cutting all the way through. Open each breast like a book.
- Stuff the Chicken: Evenly distribute the thinly sliced Granny Smith apple inside the chicken pockets. Top the apple slices with the Brie cheese slices. Fold the chicken back over to enclose the filling and press gently to secure.
- Season: Season both sides of the stuffed chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme for a well-rounded flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in batches, about 1-2 minutes per side, until they develop a golden brown crust. Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare and Apply Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, creamy Dijon mustard, and whole grain Dijon mustard. Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the tops of the chicken breasts with this flavorful glaze.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet with the glazed, stuffed chicken in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- Ensure to slice the chicken carefully to avoid cutting all the way through for best stuffing results.
- Use light Brie cheese for a milder, less fatty filling option.
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Brush the glaze evenly to get a balanced sweet and tangy flavor on top.
- Searing the chicken first locks in juices and gives a beautiful color before baking.
- Leftover stuffed chicken can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven.
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