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Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie Recipe

Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie Recipe
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A delicious and elegant meal featuring juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a savory mixture of fresh spinach, tangy dried cranberries, and creamy Brie cheese, finished with an optional honey-Dijon glaze. Perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • 3–4 oz Brie cheese, sliced (rind removed if preferred)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Optional Glaze:

  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Prep chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Carefully slice a pocket lengthwise into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season both inside and out with salt and black pepper to taste.
  2. Make filling: In a small bowl, combine the chopped fresh spinach, dried cranberries, minced garlic, and Brie cheese slices, mixing gently to create the stuffing mixture.
  3. Stuff chicken: Evenly fill each chicken breast pocket with the spinach, cranberry, and Brie mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary to keep the filling inside during cooking.
  4. Sear: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
  5. Bake: Transfer the skillet with the seared chicken breasts into the preheated oven. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and its juices run clear when pierced.
  6. Optional glaze: While the chicken bakes, mix the honey and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush this glaze over the chicken breasts to add a sweet and tangy finish.
  7. Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Take out the toothpicks, then slice the breasts gently to display the creamy, flavorful filling and serve warm.

Notes

  • Removing the rind from Brie is optional but helps the cheese melt more uniformly.
  • Secure the stuffed chicken breasts with toothpicks to prevent filling from falling out during cooking.
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken in a normal skillet and then transfer to a baking dish before placing it in the oven.
  • The optional honey-Dijon glaze adds a lovely sweet and tangy flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.

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Keywords: stuffed chicken breasts, spinach, cranberries, Brie cheese, honey Dijon glaze, baked chicken, holiday recipe

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