Best 10 Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Gruyere Pesto Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying main course that will impress your family and friends, look no further than stuffed chicken breasts with gruyere pesto. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken with a flavorful stuffing made from creamy Gruyère cheese, aromatic pesto, and a blend of herbs and spices. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a delicious and memorable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PESTO-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This stuffed chicken breast recipe uses minimal ingredients for a fast-to-fix weeknight dinner. Serve with pasta of your choice if desired. I use cantanzaro herbs from the Savory Spice Shop®, but feel free to use Italian seasoning.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
5 ounces pesto, divided
4 ounces ricotta cheese, divided
4 ounces mozzarella string cheese, unwrapped
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cantanzaro herbs (from Savory Spice Shop®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cut a shallow slice lengthwise down the middle of the top of each chicken breast using a sharp knife, starting and ending about 1 inch from the end. Partially fold the chicken breast in half along the slice to continue shallow, horizontal slices on both sides; slices should resemble an upside-down capital T.
  • Spread 1/4 of the ricotta cheese into each pocket. Place string cheese and pesto over ricotta. Season outsides of breasts with garlic salt, black pepper, and cantanzaro herbs.
  • Place chicken in the prepared casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 97.5 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1452.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

GRUYERE-STUFFED CHICKEN W/CARAMELIZED APPLES AND ONIONS



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Boneless chicken breasts, rolled and stuffed with creamy Gruyere cheese are breaded, shallow-fried and served with caramelized apples and red onion.

Provided by Lynne Webb

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 boneless (skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-3/4 lbs total))
Freshly ground nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
4 ounces Gruyère cheese (shredded)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
2 medium apples (peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks)
2 tablespoons brandy or apple cider
2 tablespoons currant jelly
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • If the chicken breasts have the tenderloins attached, remove them and reserve for another use. Gently pound the breasts between 2 sheets of plastic wrap to a uniform thickness of 1/2-inch. Season with salt and pepper and a little ground nutmeg.
  • Place a portion of shredded cheese toward the center of each chicken breast and, starting from the narrower of the two ends, roll tightly and secure with a toothpick. Use your fingers to tuck in the open ends of the roll as best you can.
  • Beat the egg and milk together in a shallow dish. Combine the breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon of salt, some freshly ground pepper and about 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, then spread them on a plate.
  • Carefully dip the chicken breasts in the egg-milk mixture, then roll them in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to be sure the crumbs are adhering well.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until the crumbs turn a light golden brown on all sides and the meat begins to firm, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a baking dish and bake until the chicken is no longer pink in the middle, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • While the chicken bakes, make the caramelized apples and onions. Wipe out your pan, then melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add the apples, brandy, currant jelly and water. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and golden,10 to 12 minutes longer. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • To serve, slice a few pieces from each chicken breast, plate individually and place the apples on the side.

PESTO-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Enjoy your favorite summer flavors any time of year with these easy stuffed caprese chicken breasts.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup basil pesto
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 oz each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line large, rimmed sheet pan with foil. Place wire rack on top of foil. Spray with cooking spray.
  • In small bowl, mix pesto and Parmesan cheese. In thick side of each chicken breast, cut 3-inch-long pocket to within 1/4 inch of opposite side of breast. Spoon about 2 rounded tablespoons pesto mixture into pocket in each chicken breast. Brush olive oil on both sides of chicken, and place on rack. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Roast uncovered 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and stuffing in chicken reaches internal temperature of 160°F.
  • Meanwhile, in 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat tomatoes to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 7 to 8 minutes, pressing with wooden spoon to break down tomatoes, until sauce thickens. Remove from heat; cover pan to keep warm.
  • Brush chicken breasts with balsamic vinegar; top with mozzarella cheese. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

PESTO-STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



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A quick and easy keto pesto-stuffed chicken breast recipe.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

nonstick aluminum foil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 4 slices
5 tablespoons prepared pesto, divided
2 eggs
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Evenly stuff pocket of each chicken breast with 1 slice mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon pesto.
  • Beat together eggs and remaining 1 tablespoon pesto in a bowl. Place Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish. Dip chicken in egg mixture and then coat with Parmesan cheese. Place coated chicken breast onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices are running clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 217.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 52.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 1027.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

GRUYERE AND PESTO FILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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A sophisticated sounding dish that uses ready-made pesto sauce as a time-saver. A great special occasion or company dish.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup gruyere cheese, grated
1/3 cup pesto sauce
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 teaspoon green onion, minced
flour
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pound chicken breasts between sheets of waxed paper. Mix gruyere cheese, pesto, pine nuts, and green onions in a small bowl.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture on top of each chicken breast and roll tightly. Dredge chicken breasts in flour. Saute chicken breasts in heated oil at medium-high heat until golden brown, turning occasionally, for approximately 6 minutes.
  • Place chicken in pan and bake until chicken is tender and cooked through, about 20 minutes.

FETA-STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



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Boneless chicken breast stuffed with feta cheese. Great for entertaining.

Provided by TruBlue

Categories     Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) package Cheese, feta
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Use a sharp knife to slice a pocket in the thickest part of each chicken breast.
  • Mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Cut feta block into 10 slices crosswise, then cut in half again lengthwise. Roll each piece of feta in the bread crumb mixture to coat. Stuff 2 pieces coated feta into the pocket of each chicken breast. Season breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, add chicken and cook until cheese is melted and chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove to a plate and keep warm while cooking remaining chicken.
  • Slice chicken at a 45-degree angle and arrange on a plate. Sprinkle with crumbled feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 123.3 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 44.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 474.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

PESTO RICE-STUFFED CHICKEN



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Juicy stuffed chicken is perfect for basil fans, but I've just as easily used shredded cheese in place of the pesto for my pickier eaters. -Rachel Dion, Port Charlotte, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook rice according to package directions., In a small bowl, combine tomato, pesto, salt and rice. Cut a pocket horizontally in the thickest part of each chicken breast. Fill each with 3 tablespoons rice mixture; secure with toothpicks., In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. In batches, brown chicken breasts on each side, adding additional oil as needed. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake 18-22 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRUYERE CHICKEN



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Make and share this Gruyere Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Evie3234

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons flour (for dusting)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 lb button mushroom, sliced
3 spring onions, sliced
1/2 cup cream
1 tablespoon brandy
3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken breasts until 1/2 inch thick (I use heel of my hand).
  • Dust the breasts with the flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan, add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a lined baking tray and cover with foil.
  • Add the mushrooms and spring onions to the frying pan and cook for 2 minutes or until the spring onion is soft.
  • Add the cream and brandy and bring to the boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute or until the sauce reduces slightly, season with salt and the freshly ground black pepper.
  • Spoon the sauce over the chicken and top with the cheese.
  • Place under a hot grill until cheese melts and begins to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.7, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 192.3, Sodium 235.2, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 63.1

PESTO STUFFED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, salt, pepper, sundried tomatoes, pesto, shredded mozzarella cheese, oil

Provided by Vaughn Vreeland

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
12 sundried tomatoes
3 tablespoons pesto
3 oz shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons oil, for pan frying

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, salt and pepper both sides of each chicken breast with approximately ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper, per side.
  • Slice each chicken breast horizontally along the side to create a pocket for the filling.
  • Stuff each breast with approximately one third of mozzarella cheese, one tablespoon pesto and four sundried tomatoes. If the chicken breast does not close fully with the filling, try securing with a wooden toothpick.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Pan fry for about 5-8 minutes, per side, depending on the size of the chicken breasts, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through. Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 9 grams

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH PESTO AND CHEESE



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I found this recipe on another website and modified it suit our liking. Some of the "stuffing" may spill out while cooking, but can be incorporated in the sauce. Easy and delicious

Provided by Lusil

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
1/2 cup boursin cheese
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce, plus
4 teaspoons prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
flour
salt and pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine Boursin, 1/3 cup of pesto and onions in a small bowl.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons of boursin mixture on one side of each flattened chicken breast (cover the entire breast, leaving 1/4 inch edge around each breast).
  • Fold the chicken breast in half and gently pound edges to slightly seal.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium high heat.
  • Carefully dredge chicken in flour, and salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken in skillet and brown on both sides until golden (chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • To the drippings in the skillet add wine and butter and deglaze pan, by gently scraping the bottom.
  • Once the sauce has come to a boil remove from heat.
  • Place chicken in a 3 x 11 casserole dish.
  • Pour sauce over the chicken and dollop each breast with a teaspoon of pesto.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken breasts: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size so they cook evenly. You can also use chicken tenders for a smaller, bite-sized option.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your stuffed chicken breasts will taste. Use fresh herbs, pesto, and Gruyère cheese for the best flavor.
  • Don't overstuff the chicken breasts: If you overstuff them, they will be difficult to cook evenly and may burst open. Aim to fill each chicken breast with about 1/4 cup of stuffing.
  • Cook the chicken breasts until they are cooked through: The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit when cooked. You can check this with a meat thermometer.
  • Let the chicken breasts rest before serving: This will help the juices redistribute and make the chicken more tender.

Conclusion:

Stuffed chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these stuffed chicken breasts a try. You won't be disappointed!

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