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Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken is a delightful combination of savory and tangy flavors. Tender boneless chicken breasts are stuffed with a rich mixture of creamy Brie cheese, fresh basil, and a homemade cranberry sauce made with fresh cranberries, sugar, balsamic vinegar, and water. The chicken is seared to a golden brown on the stovetop, then baked to juicy perfection, making it a perfect dinner option that balances elegance with easy preparation.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Stuffing

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup Brie cheese, rind removed and cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Toothpicks or kitchen twine

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed chicken breasts.
  2. Make Cranberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, water, and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool completely.
  3. Prepare Chicken Pockets: Slice a pocket into the thickest part of each chicken breast carefully without cutting all the way through, to create space for the stuffing.
  4. Season Chicken: Season both the interior and exterior of the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
  5. Mix Stuffing: In a bowl, combine the cooled cranberry sauce with the cubed Brie cheese and chopped fresh basil, mixing until well blended.
  6. Stuff Chicken: Fill each chicken breast pocket with the cranberry and Brie mixture. Secure the pockets using toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling inside during cooking.
  7. Sear Chicken: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the stuffed chicken breasts into the skillet and sear for approximately 3 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden-brown crust.
  8. Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the stuffed chicken breasts for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink inside.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

  • Removing the rind from the Brie ensures a smooth, creamy filling texture without bitterness.
  • Use toothpicks or kitchen twine carefully to secure the chicken breasts to prevent stuffing from leaking during cooking.
  • The cranberry sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to save time.
  • If an oven-safe skillet is not available, sear the chicken in a regular pan and transfer to a baking dish before baking.
  • Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

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