Description

This Gouda & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken is a juicy, flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with sautéed mushrooms and melty Gouda cheese. It’s easy to make yet feels like a gourmet meal.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Filling:

1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped

1 tablespoon butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup shredded Gouda cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional:

Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast.

3. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until soft.

4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, then season with salt and pepper.

5. Remove from heat and mix in Gouda cheese.

6. Stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom mixture.

7. Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

8. Place in a baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.

9. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

10. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Secure chicken with toothpicks if needed.

Do not overfill to prevent leakage.

Use smoked Gouda for extra flavor.

Serve with veggies or rice for a complete meal.