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    How to Make Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

    March 5, 2023 By Monika Last Updated July 18, 2024 6 Comments

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    This mushroom stuffed chicken breast features truly succulent chicken breasts stuffed with deliciously rich sauteed mushrooms and melted cheese. Easy to make, perfect for any occasion. Prepare ahead and cook later!

    You might also like spinach stuffed chicken!

    Side view of mushroom and cheese stuffed chicken breasts on parchment.

    This mushroom stuffed chicken breast is a delicious and easy way of preparing chicken.

    Stuffing chicken breasts is easy! Preparation involves cutting a pocket inside the chicken, tenderising the meat and then seasoning it. This produces delicious, moist and tender chicken breasts.

    The mushrooms are browned for maximum flavour then combined with (a moderate amount of) mozzarella cheese which binds them together and melts as the chicken cooks. The mushroom stuffed chicken breasts are seared for more colour and flavour then finish cooking in the oven.

    Another flavoursome way of serving chicken breast is hasselbacking it!

    Is it necessary to tenderise the chicken breasts

    I strongly recommend it! Not only is the chicken going to be juicy and tender, it will also cook evenly. Just make sure you only pound the thick part of the meat and do so gently and briefly (see Instructions for details).

    How to secure the mushrooms inside the chicken breasts

    There is more than one way of doing this. If you want to completely enclose the mushroom stuffing inside each chicken breast you can seal the edge with 2-3 cocktail sticks. You could also wrap each stuffed chicken breast in strips of prosciutto.

    My favourite method is to use just 1 cocktail stick, which helps keep the stuffing inside, but doesn't 'hide' the mixture completely. So you can still see the mushrooms and the melted cheese poking out as the chicken cooks.

    I don't recommend omitting the cocktail sticks altogether as some of the mushrooms are bound to spill out as you fry the chicken breasts.

    What if I cut right through the chicken

    If the 'worst' should happen and you accidentally cut right through the chicken breast don't worry, you can still use it! Add the filling and simply seal the edges with 1 or 2 more cocktail sticks.

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Ingredients for making stuffed chicken breasts with mushrooms in individual dishes.
    Mushroom stuffed chicken breast ingredients.
    • Chicken breast.
    • Mushrooms: use either regular white mushrooms or chestnut mushrooms.
    • Mozzarella cheese: adds favour and is an important binding ingredient. You can use less cheese if preferred, but you may need to use more cocktail sticks to secure the mushroom filling mixture inside the chicken breasts.
    • Soy sauce and balsamic vinegar: add depth of flavour to the mushroom mixture.
    • Garlic.
    • Thyme and paprika: use for seasoning the chicken before stuffing with the mushrooms. These herbs add colour and flavour. Use either sweet or hot paprika (or cayenne pepper).
    • Salt and pepper to taste.
    • Oil: for frying the mushrooms and chicken. Either vegetable or olive oil will work.

    How to make mushroom stuffed chicken breast: step-by-step

    1.Cook mushrooms: In a large non-stick pan heat 1 tablespoon of oil, add the mushrooms and cook over a fairly high heat until lightly browned and all the moisture has been absorbed (about 6 minutes). Don't stir too much to allow the mushrooms to brown. (Use the same pan to precook the chicken later).

    Slices of mushrooms in frying pan.

    2. Add garlic: Add the crushed garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper to taste and stir through. Cook for a few more seconds stirring all the time then remove from the heat and set aside for a few minutes to cool.

    Preheat the oven to 375F/190C/180fan/gas mark 5. You will need a large shallow dish or baking sheet.

    Top down view of sliced mushrooms in frying pan.

    3. Cut chicken: Using a sharp knife cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast (starting from the thickest part) about ¾ of the way through (as far as you can) being careful not to cut through the opposite side.

    2 skinless chicken breasts on top of cutting board.

    4. Tenderise chicken: Place the chicken breasts (cut side up) on top of a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Using a rolling pin or the bottom of a frying pan lightly pound the thicker part of the meat a few times to tenderise and flatten it a little (be careful not to flatten it too much).

    2 chicken breasts covered with plastic wrap on cutting board.

    5. Season chicken: Sprinkle each chicken breast all over with salt, pepper, paprika and thyme. Rub the seasoning and herbs into the meat to make sure it's covered evenly.

    2 seasoned chicken breasts on cutting board.

    6. Stuff chicken: Combine the mushrooms with the mozzarella and stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom mixture. Pin both sides of the breast together over the stuffing using 1 cocktail stick. Using the palm of your hand shape and flatten the chicken gently to ensure the filling mixture is evenly distributed.

    Browned mushroom slices and shredded cheese in white bowl with spoon.
    6a.
    Side view of stuffed raw chicken breasts on cutting board.
    6b.

    7. Fry chicken: Using the same pan you cooked the mushrooms in heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Next slide a large spatula underneath each stuffed chicken breast and carefully transfer to the pan (do this in batches if your pan isn't large enough). Fry over a medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned (use a large spatula to carefully turn the chicken over).

    Top down view of frying 2 chicken breasts in pan.

    8. Bake: Transfer the chicken breasts to your oven dish or baking sheet lined with parchment, pour over any juices from the pan and cook in the centre of the oven for 20 minutes (or until an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken registers 165F/74C).

    Side view of 2 pre-cooked chicken breasts stuffed with mushrooms and cheese on parchment.

    9. Serve: Remove from the oven, 'rest' for 3-4 minutes then serve!

    Serving suggestions

    These stuffed chicken breasts with mushrooms are delicious with steamed, roasted or boiled vegetables or light pasta dishes, including pepper sauce pasta, pasta with broccoli or raw broccoli pasta salad. You can also enjoy them with a simple salad, such as coleslaw, and boiled potatoes. 

    Can I make stuffed chicken breasts with mushrooms ahead

    Yes, you can! Stuff the chicken breasts with the mushrooms as per Instructions then transfer to a shallow dish, cover and refrigerate overnight. The following day bring up to room temperature then cook as per Instructions. Don't forget to preheat the oven!

    Top tips

    • Chicken: I recommend pounding the meat lightly with a rolling pin to flatten it a little before stuffing. This will not only tenderise the meat but also ensure it cooks evenly.
    • Equipment: It's important to use a sharp knife to cut the chicken. I used a non-stick pan to prepare the mushrooms and the chicken on the stovetop and a baking sheet for finishing the dish in the oven. If you've got a large pan that's suitable for all heat sources you can use that, if preferred.
    • How much mushroom stuffing to use: use as much as possible without the mixture spilling out so that you are still able to secure it using a cocktail stick.
    • Frying chicken: do not overcrowd the pan. Pre-cook the chicken in batches if your pan isn't large enough. You should be able to easily turn the chicken breasts over.
    • Baking time: This depends on the size/thickness of your chicken breasts. A medium sized chicken breast needs approximately 20 minutes in the oven (an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken should register 165F/74C). Try not to overcook the chicken as it may end up being chewy.
    • Best served hot. 'Rest' the mushroom stuffed chicken breasts for a few minutes and remove the cocktails sticks before serving.
    • Freeze for up to 3 months.

    More chicken breast recipes to try next

    • Cauliflower Crusted Chicken
    • Yogurt Marinated Spiced Chicken Breast
    • Healthy Creamy Spinach Chicken
    • Hasselback Harissa Chicken with Halloumi

    See also this collection of easy chicken recipes as well as other delicious meal ideas!

    Recipe

    Side view of mushroom and cheese stuffed chicken breasts on parchment.

    How to Make Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

    This mushroom stuffed chicken breast features truly succulent chicken breasts stuffed with deliciously rich sauteed mushrooms and melted cheese. Easy to make, perfect for any occasion. Prepare ahead and cook later!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Low fat
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 chicken breasts
    Calories: 287kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • Large non-stick pan
    • Medium sized shallow oven dish/tray

    Ingredients

    • 4 medium sized chicken breasts skinless, boneless
    • 1-1½ teaspoon paprika and dried thyme each
    • Fine sea salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    For the mushroom filling

    • 12.35 ounces (350 g) mushrooms wiped, sliced
    • 2 garlic cloves crushed
    • 3½ teaspoons soy sauce
    • 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
    • 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese shredded
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    Instructions

    • Cook mushrooms: In a large non-stick pan heat 1 tablespoon of oil, add the mushrooms and cook over a fairly high heat until lightly browned and all the moisture has been absorbed (about 6 minutes). Don't stir too much to allow the mushrooms to brown. (Use the same pan to precook the chicken later).
    • Add garlic: Add the crushed garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper to taste and stir through. Cook for a few more seconds stirring all the time then remove from the heat and set aside for a few minutes to cool.
      Preheat the oven to 375F/190C/180fan/gas mark 5. You will need a large shallow dish or baking sheet.
    • Cut chicken: Using a sharp knife cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast (starting from the thickest part) about ¾ of the way through (as far as you can) being careful not to cut through the opposite side.
    • Tenderise chicken: Place the chicken breasts (cut side up) on top of a cutting board and cover with plastic wrap. Using a rolling pin or the bottom of a frying pan gently pound the thicker part of the meat a few times to tenderise and flatten it a little (be careful not to flatten it too much).
    • Season chicken: Sprinkle each chicken breast all over with salt, pepper, paprika and thyme. Rub the seasoning and herbs into the meat to make sure it's covered evenly.
    • Stuff chicken: Combine the mushrooms with the mozzarella and stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom mixture. Pin both sides of the breast together over the stuffing using 1 cocktail stick. Using the palm of your hand shape and flatten the chicken gently to ensure the filling mixture is evenly distributed.
    • Fry chicken: Using the same pan you cooked the mushrooms in heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Next slide a large spatula underneath each stuffed chicken breast and carefully transfer to the pan (do this in batches if your pan isn't large enough). Fry over a medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned (use a large spatula to carefully turn the chicken over).
    • Bake: Transfer the chicken breasts to your oven dish or baking sheet lined with parchment, pour over any juices from the pan and cook in the centre of the oven for 20 minutes (or until an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken registers 165F/74C).
    • Serve: Remove from the oven, 'rest' for 3-4 minutes then serve!

    Notes

    • Chicken: I recommend pounding the meat lightly with a rolling pin to flatten it a little before stuffing. This will not only tenderise the meat but also ensure it cooks evenly.
    • Equipment: It's important to use a sharp knife to cut the chicken. I used a non-stick pan to prepare the mushrooms and the chicken on the stovetop and a baking sheet for finishing the dish in the oven. If you've got a large pan that's suitable for all heat sources you can use that, if preferred.
    • How much mushroom stuffing to use: use as much as possible without the mixture spilling out so that you are still able to secure it using a cocktail stick.
    • Frying chicken: do not overcrowd the pan. Pre-cook the chicken in batches if your pan isn't large enough. You should be able to easily turn the chicken breasts over.
    • Baking time: This depends on the size/thickness of your chicken breasts. A medium sized chicken breast needs approximately 20 minutes in the oven (an instant thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken should register 165F/74C). Try not to overcook the chicken as it may end up being chewy.
    • Best served hot. 'Rest' the mushroom stuffed chicken breasts for a few minutes and remove the cocktails sticks before serving.
    • Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 606mg | Potassium: 756mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 593IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. S says

      March 02, 2023 at 10:16 pm

      Where are soy and balsamic vinegar used in this? I see them on the ingredients list but not in the steps.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        March 03, 2023 at 9:42 am

        Sorry about this. I am reworking this recipe and plan to post the final version later today or tomorrow.

        Reply
    2. deb says

      September 09, 2018 at 9:27 pm

      What a great way to highlight the mushroom flavor. Looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        September 09, 2018 at 9:48 pm

        Thank you! Glad you like it.

        Reply
    3. Jacqui | Recipes Made Easy says

      September 09, 2018 at 2:45 pm

      5 stars
      They look tasty. My youngest doesnt like mushrooms but hes oft to uni again so I can add them to my list for quick midweek meals, while he is away..

      Reply
      • Monika says

        September 09, 2018 at 7:34 pm

        Thanks Jacqui! I really liked how this recipe turned out. And it's so easy to make!

        Reply

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