Description
Delight in the gourmet experience of Pear and Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken, a dish that marries the savory richness of chicken with the sweet notes of ripe pears and creamy Gorgonzola cheese. This elegant yet easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy family meal. The tender chicken breasts are generously filled with a delicious stuffing of juicy pears, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic, creating a surprising flavor combination that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 4 oz crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced pears, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Carefully slice open each chicken breast on one side to create a pocket and fill it generously with the pear mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg