Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
12 unit

cream cheese

softened

0.5 tsp

thyme

dried

1 tsp

tarragon

dried

1.5 cup

sour cream

1 tsp

Dijon mustard

0.5 tsp

sage

dried

0.25 lb

butter

softened

1 tsp

garlic

chopped

2 lb

boneless chicken breasts

Step 1
~3 min

Mix cream cheese, thyme, tarragon, sour cream, Dijon mustard, sage, soft butter, and chopped garlic until well combined.

Step 2
~3 min

Lay chicken breasts skin side down on a clean surface.

Step 3
~3 min

Flatten the chicken breasts as much as possible without tearing.

Step 4
~3 min

Place a scoop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each chicken breast.

Step 5
~3 min

Fold the chicken around the cream cheese stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 6
~3 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 7
~3 min

Use the remaining cream cheese mixture as a sauce, thinning it with milk to reach the desired consistency.

Step 8
~3 min

Spoon the sauce over the baked chicken breasts before serving.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve the stuffed chicken on a bed of rice.

Step 10
~3 min

For buffet serving, cut the chicken into smaller pieces.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the chicken breasts are flattened evenly for uniform cooking.

Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Stuffing can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Asparagus
Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday dinners
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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