Name: Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 box store bought stuffing (6 ounces); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (9 grams); 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (3 grams); 1 teaspoon garlic powder (3 grams); 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (2 grams); 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

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This chicken breasts stuffed with stuffing recipe is easy enough for a weeknight meal but feels fancy enough for company.

baked chicken breasts with stuffing on top

When you want all the cozy flavors of a holiday meal without the hassle of a full turkey dinner, this recipe is a lifesaver. It’s chicken breasts stuffed with stuffing, and served with gravy for an easy, hearty dinner.

With just 10 minutes of prep, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or a simpler Thanksgiving gathering. If you love our chicken and stuffing casserole, this is another way to bring those comforting flavors to your family table. Want a gluten free stuffed chicken? Try our stuffed chicken thighs with cheese.

Ingredients Needed

ingredients for stuffed chicken breasts on a table

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts. Smaller chicken breasts will cook in about 30 minutes, but larger may take up to 50.
Stovetop Stuffing. To keep the stuffed chicken breast recipe quick and easy, I used stove top stuffing mix. Make homemade stuffing if you’d like.
Seasonings. The seasonings are kept simple because the stovetop stuffing is already seasoned.

✨ See the recipe card below for full ingredients and amounts. ✨

How to Make Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing

Prepare. Prepare the stuffing mixture according to package instructions. A box mix is easily made with warm water and butter. Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray or line a baking dish with parchment paper.
Season the chicken. In a small bowl combine the salt, pepper and garlic powder and your poultry or Italian seasoning. Sprinkle the seasoning on both sides of your chicken breasts.

Stuff the chicken. Take a sharp knife and cut horizontally into the side of each chicken breast to create a large pocket into the chicken. Place a large spoonful of the stuffing into the pocket and secure with toothpicks or wrap with butcher’s twine.

Bake the chicken. Place the chicken breasts onto the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken is 165°F.

pouring gravy over a stuffed chicken breasts

What to Serve with Stuffing-Stuffed Chicken Breast

Chicken breasts stuffed with stuffing are hearty enough to be eaten on their own, but if you’re looking for some sides you can’t go wrong with the classics.

Try serving with mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, macaroni and cheese, green beans, buttered peas, or a fresh salad on the side.

For an appetizer, serve with our vegetables and vegetable dip.

a plate of chicken breasts with stuffing, potatoes and broccoli

Can I make this ahead of time and freeze it?

Yes! You can make this stuffing-stuffed chicken breast recipe ahead of time, flash freeze it and cook it when you’re ready to eat it.

Follow the directions but instead of cooking the chicken, place in the freezer on a baking tray and allow them to freeze for 1 hour. Transfer them to a gallon sized resealable bag or other airtight container and label with the date. Your chicken breasts will last in the freezer for 2-3 months. Allow to thaw in the refrigerator and cook as directed.

Storage Instructions

If you have leftover stuffed chicken breasts with stuffing, allow them to cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag.

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you need to store it longer than 3-4 days, transfer it to the freezer and freeze for up to 8 weeks. To reheat, turn the oven or air fryer to 400°F and heat for 7-10 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F.

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