Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts deliver juicy poultry filled with a creamy, melty cheddar-and-broccoli center accented by tender rice and a hint of onion and garlic. The contrast of crisped exterior and cheesy interior makes it a cozy, satisfying main course. Serve for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want classic comfort with a flavorful twist.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat an 8-inch square casserole dish with cooking spray.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the broccoli, Cheddar cheese, rice, and onion. Add the salt and garlic granules and mix well.
- 3
Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket in each chicken breast. Stuff each breast with the broccoli-cheese mixture, set them in the prepared casserole, and sprinkle with poultry rub. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil.
- 4
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
- 5
Remove the foil and cook until the 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 register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 499.22 kcal High 25%
- Protein 40.58 g Good Source 81%
- Carbohydrate 24.2 g 9%
- Total Fat 26.52 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 2.63 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High --
- Cholesterol 104.06 mg High 35%
- Sodium 331.52 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 0.98 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 2.19 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 156.79 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 1.75 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 167.68 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 46.18 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 29.03 mg Good Source 32%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese Cubes, Chicken Breast, and Cooking Spray. Each serving provides about 499.22 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli, Cheddar Cheese Cubes, Chicken Breast, Cooking Spray, Diced Onion. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts?
- About 1 hr in total: 25 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 499.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts healthy?
- Broccoli and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 499.22 calories and 40.58 g of protein, or 81% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 331.52 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.63 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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