Ingredients:\u2013 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts\u2013 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped\u2013 1\/2 cup cream cheese, softened\u2013 1\/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese\u2013 2 tablespoons butter\u2013 3 cloves garlic, minced\u2013 1 teaspoon dried thyme\u2013 1 teaspoon dried parsley\u2013 Salt and pepper to taste\u2013 1\/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)\u2013 Olive oil for cooking Instructions:1. Prepare the Filling:\u2013 In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.\u2013 Add the minced garlic and saut\u00e9 for about 1 minute until fragrant.\u2013 Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until they are soft and any moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.\u2013 Stir in the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and remove from heat 2. Prepare the Chicken:\u2013 Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).\u2013 Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, making sure not to cut all the way through.3. Stuff the Chicken:\u2013 Generously fill each chicken breast pocket with the mushroom and cheese mixture.\u2013 If desired, secure the openings with toothpicks to hold the filling inside.4. Sear the Chicken:\u2013 In an oven-safe skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat.\u2013 Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.5. Bake the Chicken:\u2013 If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle them on top of the chicken for added crunch.\u2013 Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165\u00b0F (74\u00b0C).6. Serve:\u2013 Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.\u2013 Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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