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Creamy Hatch Chili Stuffed Chicken Breast

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A creamy and smoky stuffed chicken breast recipe featuring roasted Hatch chilies, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar, perfect for quick and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (around 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 oz / 115 g)
  • 3–4 roasted Hatch chilies, chopped and deseeded
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional sauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped Hatch chilies, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cilantro, salt, and pepper until creamy and well blended.
  3. Lay each chicken breast flat and carefully slice horizontally through the thickest part to create a pocket, stopping about ½ inch from the edge.
  4. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  5. Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the creamy Hatch chili mixture; secure with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet or baking dish over medium heat and sear each stuffed chicken breast for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the skillet or baking dish to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. While baking, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, and honey for the optional sauce and set aside.
  9. Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve warm with the optional lime-honey sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Notes

Searing the chicken before baking locks in juices and adds flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Softened cream cheese mixes better and makes stuffing easier. Broil for 2 minutes at the end for extra crispy edges. The filling can be softened in the microwave for 10 seconds if too thick to spread.

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Keywords: Hatch chili, stuffed chicken breast, creamy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, roasted chilies, cheesy chicken

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