Maple Glazed Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken
A delightful dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup, creaminess of brie, and crunch of honeycrisp apples, perfect for entertaining or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece honeycrisp apple, sliced thin
- 4 ounces brie cheese, sliced thin
- 1 cup apple cider or apple juice
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, removed from stems
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Season the inside and outside of each breast with kosher salt and black pepper.
- In a bowl, combine honeycrisp apple slices and brie cheese.
- Stuff the apple and brie mixture into the chicken breasts.
- In a saucepan, combine apple cider (or apple juice), maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, fresh thyme, and kosher salt, and let it simmer.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in a hot skillet until browned on each side (about 2-4 minutes per side).
- Pour the glaze over the chicken and transfer it to the oven, baking for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pair with roasted vegetables or salad for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg