Description
Succulent grilled stuffed chicken with cream sauce blends Mediterranean flavors into a delightful culinary experience. Herbed cheese filling and silky sauce create an elegant dinner that welcomes palates to savor complex, balanced tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless chicken breasts
- 12 oz (340 g) chopped spinach
- 1 cup (226 g) cream cheese
- 6 oz (170 g) sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup (226 g) mozzarella or queso cheese
- ½ cup (120 ml) Tony Chachere’s 30-Minute Chicken Marinade
- 2 teaspoons Tony Chachere’s Spice N’ Herbs Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan
- 2 teaspoons oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Spice N’ Herbs Seasoning
Instructions
- Preparation: Butterfly chicken breasts horizontally, creating an even pocket for stuffing without compromising meat integrity.
- Marination: Develop a vibrant herb-infused marinade and let chicken absorb flavors at room temperature for optimal taste integration.
- Filling Creation: Combine ingredients for a harmonious mixture with balanced texture and complementary flavor dimensions, ensuring each component is finely chopped.
- Chicken Assembly: Carefully insert filling into chicken breasts, securing edges meticulously with toothpicks to prevent leakage during cooking.
- Grilling Setup: Ignite grill to medium-high temperature (400°F/204°C), establishing ideal searing environment for optimal culinary results.
- Cooking Process: Strategically place stuffed chicken on grill, cooking 5-6 minutes per side to develop beautiful cross-hatch marks and ensure thorough, even heat distribution.
- Doneness Verification: Utilize meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked protein.
- Cream Sauce Preparation: Craft luxurious sauce by gently melting butter and whisking complementary ingredients, simmering until smooth and delicately thickened.
- Resting and Finishing: Allow grilled chicken to rest 3-4 minutes, enabling juice redistribution and moisture retention, then artfully drizzle cream sauce over top to elevate flavor profile and presentation.
Notes
- Butterfly with Care: Use a sharp knife and steady hand to create an even pocket without cutting through the chicken, ensuring uniform thickness for consistent cooking.
- Marinate for Flavor Depth: Room temperature marination helps ingredients penetrate meat fibers, significantly enhancing taste and tenderness.
- Secure Stuffing Techniques: Use metal or soaked wooden toothpicks to prevent filling from leaking, and remove before serving for a polished presentation.
- Temperature Precision Matters: Always use a reliable meat thermometer to guarantee chicken reaches safe 165°F internal temperature, preventing potential foodborne illnesses while maintaining juicy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 706
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1036 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 32 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 169 mg