Description
Indulgent Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken brings classic steakhouse elegance straight to home kitchens. Creamy spinach and melted cheese nestled inside tender chicken create a luxurious dining experience you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (large, 8 ounces / 226 grams each)
Cheese and Cream:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cooking Fats:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prepare oven at 375°F (190°C) to ensure optimal cooking environment for the stuffed chicken.
- Create a creamy filling by thoroughly blending cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Carefully butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, creating a deep pocket without cutting completely through the meat.
- Generously fill the chicken breast pockets with the prepared cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the cavity.
- Secure the stuffed chicken openings using toothpicks or kitchen twine to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Enhance the exterior of the chicken by generously sprinkling paprika, salt, and pepper across all surfaces.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, creating a golden sear on each side of the chicken for 2-3 minutes until a rich brown color develops.
- Transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven, allowing the chicken to bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful final dish.
- Serve immediately while the stuffed chicken is hot and the cheese filling remains creamy and delectable.
Notes
- Keep the cream cheese mixture cold before stuffing to maintain a firmer texture and prevent leakage during cooking.
- Choose thick, evenly sized chicken breasts for consistent stuffing and even cooking throughout.
- Remove toothpicks carefully before serving to prevent accidental biting or choking hazards.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning to help achieve a golden-brown sear and crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 531 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 555 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 138 mg