Apple & Brie Stuffed Chicken: The Perfect Sweet and Savory Dinner
This Apple & Brie Stuffed Chicken recipe is the ultimate sweet and savory comfort meal. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with creamy, melted brie and crisp apple slices, then pan-seared and baked to perfection. Finished with thyme and garlic seasoning, this dish is ideal for fall dinners, holidays, or when you want something a little more special than your everyday chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 apple (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Toothpicks or kitchen twine (for securing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast by cutting horizontally through the side, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Season the inside and outside of each chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme or rosemary.
- Stuff each pocket with a few slices of apple and brie cheese.
- Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the openings and keep the filling inside while baking.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
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Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to prevent sogginess.
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Don’t skip the searing step—it adds flavor and texture.
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Use an oven-safe skillet to simplify the cooking process.
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Secure the chicken well to prevent filling leakage.
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Resting the chicken before serving helps retain juices and improves texture.