Description
Discover the delightful Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken with Maple Dijon Glaze, a perfect dish for any occasion. This recipe marries juicy chicken breasts with sweet apple slices and creamy brie cheese, all enhanced by a luscious maple Dijon glaze. Ideal for impressing dinner guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. With easy preparation steps and wholesome ingredients, you can create a gourmet experience right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
- 4 oz light brie cheese, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp creamy Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp whole grain Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket; do not cut all the way through.
- Stuff each breast with apple slices and brie cheese, then fold back over to secure.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the stuffed chicken for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Whisk together the maple syrup and mustards; brush over the tops of the chicken.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg