Name: Cheesy Herb-Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Garlic Green Beans
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz each); 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives (or green onions); 2 tbsp olive oil, divided; 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Cheesy Herb-Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Garlic Green Beans

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This Cheesy Herb-Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Garlic Green Beans recipe delivers all the cozy, satisfying vibes of classic American comfort food while keeping carbs low and protein sky-high. Juicy chicken is packed with an herby cheese filling, seared for extra flavor, then oven-baked to perfection. Paired with vibrant, garlicky green beans, it's a balanced meal that's easy to make and sure to impress. The mix of gooey cheese and fresh herbs inside the chicken creates an irresistible contrast with the crisp-tender beans, making this a weeknight dinner you'll crave again and again.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Make a deep pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season chicken inside and out with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and smoked paprika.
In a small bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, and chives. Stuff each chicken breast evenly with the cheese-herb mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and cheese is melty.
While chicken bakes, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add green beans, remaining 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender.
Serve each chicken breast with a generous portion of garlicky green beans. Remove toothpicks before eating.