Description

This Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Brie recipe offers an elegant and flavorful dinner option featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with fresh spinach, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy brie cheese. Seared to perfection and baked until juicy, this dish combines savory and sweet elements for a memorable meal that’s both visually stunning and delicious.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Stuffing

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/3 cup dried cranberries
4 ounces brie cheese, sliced (rind removed if desired)

Optional

1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzle)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prepare for the chicken.
Prepare Chicken: Carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, then season both the inside and outside with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Mix Stuffing: In a small bowl, combine the chopped fresh spinach and dried cranberries thoroughly.
Stuff Chicken: Fill each chicken breast pocket with the spinach and cranberry mixture, along with slices of brie cheese. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary to hold the filling inside.
Sear Chicken: Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast for about 2–3 minutes on each side until they achieve a light golden color.
Add Seasoning and Transfer: Sprinkle dried thyme over the seared chicken breasts. Then, either transfer the skillet directly to the oven or move the chicken breasts into the pre-greased baking dish.
Bake: Bake the chicken in the oven for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serve: Optionally, drizzle with honey just before serving to add a subtle sweet contrast that complements the savory stuffing.

Notes

Removing the rind from the brie helps ensure a smooth texture in the filling, but it is optional based on your preference.
Use toothpicks to secure the chicken pockets to prevent the filling from spilling during cooking.
If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken in a regular pan and transfer it to a baking dish before placing it in the oven.
Internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) ensures safe consumption of chicken; use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
Honey drizzle is optional but recommended to balance the tartness of cranberries and the richness of brie.