Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pumpkin, Veggies & Cheese 🍗🎃🥔🧀✨
Golden chicken breasts roasted to perfection, filled with creamy pumpkin puree, tender root vegetables, and melted cheese. A comforting yet refined dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients 🛒
- 4 large chicken breasts, butterflied
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup potatoes, finely diced and pre-cooked
- ½ cup carrots, finely diced and pre-cooked
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions 👩🍳
- Prep oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Make filling: In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, potatoes, carrots, and cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Stuff chicken: Butterfly chicken breasts and spoon filling inside. Fold over and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in skillet. Sear chicken on both sides until golden.
- Bake: Transfer to baking dish. Roast 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley. Pair with rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Add a layer of béchamel sauce or drizzle with cream before baking.
- Variation: Swap pumpkin for sweet potato puree for a different flavor profile.
- Serving idea: Slice diagonally for elegant plating at dinner parties.
Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~45 minutes
- Kcal: ~340 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Oven-Roasted Chicken stuffed with creamy pumpkin, veggies & cheese 🍗🎃🥔🧀✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you serve it with rice or roasted potatoes?”
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