Description
Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort food experience with these Stuffing Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Perfectly juicy chicken is filled with savory homemade stuffing, seasoned to perfection, and topped with warm, velvety gravy. This hearty dish is a standout among easy dinner ideas and makes an excellent main course for cozy nights, holiday spreads, or Sunday family meals. From quick weeknight dinner options to creative food ideas that wow, this recipe brings classic comfort right to your plate. Ideal for anyone searching for easy recipes, dinner inspiration, or hearty, family-style cooking.
Ingredients
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups prepared stuffing (boxed or homemade)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup diced onion
½ cup diced celery
½ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup prepared chicken or turkey gravy (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion and celery until softened.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with stuffing mix and chicken broth. Stir until moist and cohesive.
4. Butterfly the chicken breasts, being careful not to cut all the way through.
5. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
6. Stuff each chicken breast with the prepared stuffing and place in the baking dish.
7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F internally.
9. Serve hot, optionally topped with warm gravy.
Notes
For crispier stuffing tops, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes after baking.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked without drying it out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: stuffed chicken, easy dinner, comfort food, Thanksgiving chicken, one-pan meals