Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms

Cookinero 4 April 2025

Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms, vegetables and cheese turns out tasty and juicy. The filling soaks the meat well during baking in the oven, giving it a piquant aroma. For this recipe, it is better to take champignons - mushrooms that do not require complex pre-treatment. Fillet stuffed with mushrooms can be served as a hot dish or a cold appetizer.

How to cook Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms

Step 1

Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms

Prepare the filling. Fry the onion with mushrooms and carrots in a frying pan in oil for 10-13 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Add salt and pepper. Place the fried vegetables and mushrooms in a separate plate and cool. Add dill and garlic. Stir.

Step 2

Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms

Prepare the meat. First make a small cut on the wide side of the fillet. Then carefully make a deep cut inside the fillet with a knife, but not all the way through. You should get pocket-like pieces. Rub the prepared fillet with salt, pepper, paprika, and pour in 0.5 tbsp. of oil.

Step 3

Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms

Stuff the fillet. Place the prepared mushroom filling in the pockets of the fillet. Place the stuffed breast on pieces of baking paper folded into boats. Bake the dish on a baking sheet at 200℃ for 30-40 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, sprinkle the fillet with cheese and bake for another 5 minutes until the cheese melts.

Chicken breast stuffed with mushrooms - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use chicken thighs or drumsticks, but adjust cooking time as they may take longer to cook through.
You can use spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini as vegetarian alternatives, or even bacon for extra flavor.
Replace the chicken with large portobello mushrooms or tofu steaks and use the same stuffing method.
Yes, assemble the stuffed chicken, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
Yes, freeze before baking. Wrap each piece tightly in foil and store for up to 3 months. Thaw before baking.
Try roasted potatoes, steamed green beans, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Skip the carrots in the filling and serve with a side of cauliflower mash or roasted vegetables.
Mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan melt well, but feel free to use any cheese you prefer.
Use toothpicks to secure the open edges of the chicken or pack the filling tightly without overstuffing.

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