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Cranberry and Brie Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Taste of Home's test kitchen crafts a festive chicken dish with spinach, cranberry sauce, and Brie cheese.
In brief
Taste of Home's test kitchen crafts a festive chicken dish with spinach, cranberry sauce, and Brie cheese. Taste of Home's cranberry and Brie stuffed chicken recipe serves 4 with 25 minutes prep and 35 minutes bake time. Originally reported by Taste of Home.
Recipe Overview
Taste of Home's Test Kitchen approved this cranberry and Brie stuffed chicken recipe with 25 minutes prep and 35 minutes bake time.
Key Ingredients
Spinach, onion, garlic, boneless skinless chicken breasts, whole wheat bread crumbs, egg, cranberry sauce, and Brie cheese.
Spinach Filling Prep
Sauté onion in oil until tender, add spinach and garlic, cook until wilted, drain liquid, season with salt and pepper.
Chicken Stuffed
Pound chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness, divide spinach filling, fold chicken, secure with toothpicks.
Breading Process
Dip stuffed chicken in egg, roll in bread crumbs, place seam side down in baking dish coated with cooking spray.
Baking Instructions
Bake uncovered for 25 minutes, then add cranberry sauce and Brie, bake 10-15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
Serving Tips
Discard toothpicks before serving, garnish with rosemary sprigs if desired.
Recipe Variations
Add toasted pecans or walnuts for texture, or stir red pepper flakes into spinach filling for heat.
Storage Guide
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to four days, reheat in 350°F oven until 165°F.
Cheese Alternatives
Camembert, goat cheese, mozzarella, or fontina can replace Brie for different flavor profiles.
Chicken Substitution
Boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used but require careful pounding and may need adjusted baking time.
Side Dish Pairings
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, green bean casserole, or rice for weeknight dinners.
The takeaway
Taste of Home's cranberry and Brie stuffed chicken recipe serves 4 with 25 minutes prep and 35 minutes bake time.
