Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Maple Mustard Glazed Chicken Breast Stuffed with Brie & Apple. This gourmet dish combines tender chicken breasts filled with creamy brie cheese and crisp apple slices, all glazed with a sweet and tangy maple mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing:
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with brie and apple slices.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken: Brush the chicken with the glaze and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Consider using Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for a balanced flavor profile.
- Marinate the chicken in the glaze for added depth of flavor.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or wild rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
