Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Bites
200kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Fresh chicken creates the best texture for these cheesy stuffed chicken bites.
For the Cheese Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese This adds a creamy base and helps bind the filling together.
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Provides a melty, gooey goodness that everyone loves.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds a wonderful savory flavor to elevate your cheesy bites.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Use fresh garlic for a more robust flavor if you prefer.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Brings depth and sweetness without the crunch of fresh onions.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning A wonderful blend that infuses your filling with herby goodness.
- Salt and pepper Essential for enhancing all the wonderful flavors in the filling.
For the Coating
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs For that irresistible crunchy exterior once baked.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps to crisp up the breadcrumbs while adding healthy fats.
Method
Cooking Steps
- Combine your ingredients by mixing the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Prepare the chicken by slicing each breast horizontally to create a pocket, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with about 1 tablespoon of the creamy cheese mixture.
- Seal the edges by pressing down gently, ensuring that the cheese filling stays inside while baking.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Coat the chicken by placing breadcrumbs in a shallow dish and dipping each stuffed piece into them.
- Arrange the coated chicken bites on a greased baking sheet or in a baking dish.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes after baking.
- Serve these cheesy stuffed chicken bites warm, with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Serving1bitesCalories200kcalCarbohydrates10gProtein25gFat9gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol80mgSodium350mgPotassium300mgSugar1gVitamin A200IUCalcium150mgIron1mg
Notes
To ensure your Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Bites are packed with flavor, always use fresh ingredients. When creating the pocket in the chicken breasts, be careful not to cut all the way through to maintain the integrity of the filling.