Primavera Stuffed Chicken Breast

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If you are tired of boring chicken dishes but want something that is easy to make, this primavera stuffed chicken breast is sure to please. A delicious combination of fresh vegetables, chicken breast, and cheese, this recipe comes together in no time and results in a perfect chicken entree you will love serving your family.

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Primavera Stuffed Chicken
What Can I Serve With Hasselback Chicken Breast?
Ingredients
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How to Make Primavera Stuffed Chicken
Frequently Asked Questions
More Easy Chicken Recipes
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Primavera Stuffed Chicken

Primavera stuffed chicken is an easy-to-make, delicious meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. It’s made with a shortlist of ingredients and takes little more than half an hour to make! Plus it has all your favorite veggies in one dish. You can even serve this as leftovers later on in the week if you make a larger batch.

This recipe is simple enough to be made by anyone but delicious enough to impress your friends and family at dinner parties or holidays. If you like this recipe, you might also like the simple garlic herb-baked chicken breasts or this delicious blackened chicken breasts recipe. Both are flavorful and ideal for an easy weeknight meal.

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What Can I Serve With Hasselback Chicken Breast?

When you are serving this hasselback chicken you pair it with a lot of things. An easy idea is to add a starch. I love serving stuffed chicken with this slow cooker garlic mashed potatoes recipe. The garlic herb roasted smashed potatoes recipe is another excellent choice that can be baked right alongside this chicken.

Things like this parmesan garlic roasted broccoli are an ideal side dish, but you could also just serve with this creamy broccoli with bacon salad as a cold side dish. Of course, if you have a bit of extra time, you could whip up a batch of this delicious creamy tomato risotto.

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Ingredients

½ zucchini
1 medium tomato
½ red onion
½ bell pepper
6 ounces mozzarella (170 g)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ tablespoon olive oil

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Handy Kitchen Tools

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How to Make Primavera Stuffed Chicken

Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.

Prepare the vegetables by slicing the tomato, onion, and bell pepper into ¼" slices.

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Then, slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and slice one half into ¼" pieces.

Slice 4 ounces of mozzarella into ¼" thick slices and set aside the remaining 2 ounces to grate over the top later.

Pat the chicken breasts dry, then cut ¾ of the way through each breast every ½"-1" to create "pockets".

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and if desired garlic powder and cayenne pepper.

In each pocket on the chicken breasts, place vegetables and a slice of cheese. Alternate the vegetables so there is a tomato, onion, then zucchini so each bite has a little of everything.

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Drizzle olive oil over the bottom of a baking dish, and transfer the stuffed chicken into the dish.

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Bake for 30 minutes, then check to see if it has reached an internal temperature of at least 155°F to 160°F.

At that point, sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking.

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Remove from the oven and let stand for at least 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Vegetables Can I Use to Stuff the Chicken?

My favorite vegetables to use in this stuffed chicken recipe are zucchini, squash, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms. These are my go-to veggies for making this chicken because I always have them on hand.

If you have other vegetables on hand or prefer certain flavors, you can easily swap them. In particular, this would be great with sliced eggplant, yellow squash, mushrooms, or even asparagus.

What Cheese is Best for Stuffed Chicken?

You want to use whatever cheese that melts well. Mozzarella is a great choice and so is cheddar. Provolone will melt nicely and swiss can add a great flavor. If you have a favorite cheese that melts well, you can use it in this primavera stuffed chicken recipe. A bright flavor from goat cheese or feta might also pair really well with this recipe.

Is Stuffed Chicken Keto?

Yes, this stuffed chicken is keto-friendly. Remember that while the chicken doesn't have carbs, the vegetables inside do. Depending on how many carbs you eat a day, watch how many vegetables you are using. Also, make sure you are staying with low-carb vegetables when you are choosing which ones to add. The veggies that I am using are all low carb but if you start adding in additional ones, make sure they are also low carb.

How Do I Know Primavera Stuffed Chicken Is Done?

You can insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the stuffed chicken. It should read 165°F internally before serving. I like to remove the chicken from the oven when it is a few degrees under temperature so it doesn't dry out. Letting it rest for 5 to 10 minutes will help it reach temperature inside while keeping the chicken moist and flavorful.

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More Easy Chicken Recipes

Chicken is a must in our menu plan. It's affordable, healthy, and super versatile. If you love chicken but want new ideas, look no further than our favorite dishes listed below. Tons of amazing ways to turn a basic protein into an outstanding meal everyone will enjoy. Make sure that you bookmark the recipe, print out the recipe, or just pin them to a favorite Pinterest board so they are easy to find when you are ready to cook again!

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Yield: 4

Primavera Stuffed Chicken Breast

Delicious primavera stuffed chicken is a perfect weeknight dish that is packed with flavor and keto-friendly!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

½ zucchini
1 medium tomato
½ red onion
½ bell pepper
6 ounces mozzarella (170 g), divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Prepare the vegetables by slicing the tomato, onion, and bell pepper into ¼" slices. Then, slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and slice one half into ¼" pieces.
Slice 4 ounces of mozzarella into ¼" thick slices and set aside the remaining 2 ounces to grate over the top later.
Pat the chicken breasts dry, then cut ¾ of the way through each breast every ½"-1" to create "pockets".
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and if desired garlic powder and cayenne pepper.
In each pocket on the chicken breasts, place vegetables and a slice of cheese. Alternate the vegetables so there is a tomato, onion, then zucchini so each bite has a little of everything.
Drizzle olive oil over the bottom of a baking dish, and transfer the stuffed chicken into the dish.
Bake for 30 minutes, then check to see if it has reached an internal temperature of at least 155°F to 160°F.
At that point, sprinkle the top with the remaining shredded cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking.
Remove from the oven and let stand for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

This can be made with chicken thighs if desired. Reduce the cooking time to 20 minutes, then check the temperature before continuing until it reaches the desired internal temperature.