Description
Impressive Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken is an elegant yet easy dish featuring juicy chicken breasts filled with creamy Brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce, seared to golden perfection, and finished in the oven — perfect for holidays or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 120g (4 oz) Brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine (for deglazing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board and, using a sharp knife, slice a deep pocket horizontally into the thickest part of each breast without cutting all the way through.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Stuff each pocket with a few slices of Brie cheese and 1–2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce. If desired, add a sprinkle of chopped rosemary for extra flavor.
- Secure the opening with toothpicks to prevent filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
- Remove chicken from the pan and cover loosely with foil.
- To make a quick pan sauce, place the skillet back on the stove, add butter and chicken broth (or wine), and stir, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over the stuffed chicken and serve warm with extra cranberry sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use triple cream Brie for an extra-rich filling.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a light salad for a balanced meal.
- Can be prepped ahead — stuff the chicken and refrigerate for up to 8 hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop & Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: French-Inspired