Keto Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken chicken Breast is very tasty and delicious. This stuffed chicken breast is low in carbohydrates and packed with protein. This stuffed breast is a filling accessible meal and is served with roasted vegetables, rice or salad. This dish is so flavorful that we can put it in any event, every family member or friend can love it. The juicy chicken is stuffed with a mixture of broccoli and cheese and then baked. This stuffed chicken includes simple ingredients that are easily in every supermarket or they are also available at home. Keto Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast contains only 6 grams of net carbohydrates, 44 grams of protein and 2 grams of fiber.
Statistics
Calories: 375 kcal
Serves: 4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Equipment
- Baking dish
- Cooking spray
- Paper towel
- Sharp knife
- Medium bowl
- Spoon
- Toothpick
- Skillet
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 1 tbsp. paprika
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
For the filling
- ½ cup cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- 2 tbsp. Parm
- esan cheese
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 clove garlic
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Ingredient Notes
Chicken Breast
I use boneless, skinless chicken breasts. They should be about 6-8 ounces each so there is plenty of room to stuff the filling.
Garlic Powder
I use garlic powder to make it more flavorful. You can also add fresh garlic but it may not blend properly with the spice mix.
Paprika
I added paprika powder to give it color and a subtle smoke. If you want to make it more smoky, you can add smoked paprika.
Salt and pepper
Salt and pepper are added to season the dish.
Olive oil
Olive oil is used to marinate the chicken breast. If you want to make it more appetizing, you can also use avocado oil or butter.
Broccoli flowers
I use fresh broccoli for the filling in this recipe, you can also use steamed broccoli but it should be finely chopped.
Cheddar cheese
I use sharp cheddar for the filling, it gives the dish a tangy flavor. You can also add a mild cheddar or mozzarella blend to make this stuffing.
Cream cheese
Cream cheese is added to this filling to make it more appetizing, creamy and smooth. You can also add ricotta cheese to make it lighter and spicier.
Parmesan Cheese
I add Parmesan cheese to make it more flavorful.
Garlic
I added crushed garlic to make it more flavorful and aromatic.
Directions
- Prepare the chicken fillets
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Take a baking dish and apply olive oil to the dish.
- Grab the chicken breast and pat it dry with a paper towel.
- Take a sharp knife and carefully make a pocket in the breast, avoiding any damage.
- Apply chili powder, garlic, and paprika powder, and salt to the outside of the chicken breast.
- Make the filling and stuffing:
- Take a medium bowl and add the chopped broccoli, Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses, black pepper powder, crushed garlic, salt, and cream cheese.
- Mix all of these together with a spatula until everything is fully incorporated.
- Take a spoon and spoon the chicken into it.
- Then place the pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- When the oil is very warm add the chicken fillets.
- Sear the chicken fillets for 2 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
- Place the chicken breast in a baking dish and bake at 165 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes.
- When the chicken fillet is cooked; take the fillet out and let it rest on a rack for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
- We can use mozzarella or Swiss to make a goyer filling for this stuffing.
- If we are using fresh broccoli florets, we can lightly steam it before stuffing.
Storage Information
Refrigerator
Put the stuffed chicken breast in a sealed box and keep it for 3 to 4 days.
Freezer
We can cover the chicken breast tightly with aluminum foil and then put it in a box and keep it for 3 months.
FAQ
Is this chicken breast low in carbs?
This stuffed chicken breast has only 2 grams of fiber, 8 grams of carbohydrates, 44 grams of protein, and 6 grams of net carbohydrates.
Will we preserve these stuffed chicken breasts?
We can easily preserve these stuffed chicken breasts in a container and keep them in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 375 kcal
Protein: 44 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Net Carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 265 mg
Potassium: 480 mg
Iron: 1.3 mg
Calcium: 375 mg
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