Creamy Tomato Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy cream cheese and cherry tomato filling, baked to perfection. This satisfying and flavorful dish is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- 3.
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4.
Stuff each chicken breast with the cream cheese and tomato mixture, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- 5.
Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6.
Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 7.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 8.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 9.
Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if desired.
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