Microwave Broccoli Stuffed Chicken Breasts Recipes

BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
• Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl then add 2 tablespoons water. Cover the bowl (a large plate works best) then microwave for 2 minutes. Remove the broccoli to paper towels, drain very well and let cool slightly.
• Chop the broccoli into small, pea-sized pieces then return it to the bowl. Add the Cheddar, cream cheese, chives, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir until well combined.
• Arrange the chicken breasts on a cutting board, and using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket horizontally into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through to the other side.
• Divide the broccoli mixture among the chicken breasts, pressing it firmly into each pocket.
• Season the outsides of the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, salt, pepper and any other preferred spices.
• Divide the olive oil among two ovenproof skillets set over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add 2 of the chicken breasts to each skillet. Cook the chicken until seared on one side, about 3 minutes, then flip it once and cook until seared on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Transfer the skillets to the oven and continue cooking the chicken breasts until the thickest part of each breast reaches 165 degrees F, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Remove the chicken breasts from the oven and serve.

BROCCOLI CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Pound chicken cutlets to 1/4-inch thickness between two pieces of plastic wrap. Sprinkle both sides of cutlets with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Mash cheese wedges with a fork in a small bowl and stir to a creamy consistency. Add broccoli and shredded Cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
• Spread broccoli filling evenly over the middle of each cutlet. Start from one end, roll cutlets up and secure edges with toothpicks.
• Combine flour and paprika in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken rolls in the mixture.
• Heat olive oil in a oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken rolls into skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn over and brown the other side for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
• Place skillet into the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 14 to 16 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove toothpicks and serve.

MICROWAVE BROCCOLI-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Steps:

• Drain broccoli well; combine with green onions and 1/2 cup cheese in a large bowl and mix.
• Pound each chicken breast half to 1/4-inch thickness, and top each with a piece of ham and 1/6 of broccoli mixture.
• Fold chicken in half over filling; tuck thinner ends under (use toothpicks to hold in filling if necessary).
• Mix bread crumbs, parsley, and paprika.
• Brush about a tablespoon of melted butter over chicken, and coat with seasoned crumbs.
• In a 13"x9" baking dish, cook chicken, covered loosely with waxed paper, on High 10 to 12 minutes (until fork tender) (High heat on my microwave is 800 watts.).
• Let stand, covered, while preparing sauce.
• In a 1-quart bowl, stir together remaining 2 tbsp butter, flour, salt, and pepper.
• Stir in milk gradually; cook on High 3 1/2 minutes or until boiling, stirring twice.
• Add remaining cheese, whisking until melted; serve with chicken.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI MICROWAVE MAGIC

Steps:

• Melt butter in microwave dish. Add shallot and microwave until tender, about 2 minutes.
• Mix in flour and slowly stir in chicken broth.
• Microwave 2 minutes.
• Stir in the milk and microwave 4 minutes until sauce begins to thicken stopping after 2 minutes to stir.
• Add curry, salt and pepper to taste.
• Microwave 1 more minute. Stir in sour cream.
• Place cooked chicken on bottom of casserole. Add broccoli over the chicken. Pour sauce evenly over the broccoli. Combine cheeses, and sprinkle half over the casserole.
• Loosely cover casserole an microwave for 8 minutes.
• Remove from microwave and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Allow to set for 5 minutes, until cheese melts.
• Tip: If you want a golden topping set under broiler for a few minutes.
• If you add rice or pasta to this dish you should microwave an extra 4 minutes.

MUSHROOM, BROCCOLI, AND CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• Combine broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook in the microwave on high power for 2 minutes. Drain.
• Combine cooked broccoli, pepperjack cheese, mayonnaise, mushrooms, and garlic powder in a large bowl.
• Season both sides of each chicken breast with paprika, salt, and pepper. Use a sharp knife to cut a slice through the middle of each breast to create a deep pocket, making sure not to cut all the way through. Evenly stuff each breast with broccoli mixture and place on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).