Cherry Balsamic Braised Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Name: Cherry Balsamic Braised Stuffed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 1 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 cups pitted fresh cherries; 1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 stalk fresh rosemary; 4 -5 stalks fresh thyme; Chicken; 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 4 ounces goat cheese; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon heavy cream; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

Sauce
1 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cups pitted fresh cherries
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 stalk fresh rosemary
4 -5 stalks fresh thyme
Chicken
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 ounces goat cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon heavy cream
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1
Combine sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until cherries soften. Remove from heat and set aside.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese, fresh herbs and heavy cream to create an herbed goat cheese mixture; set aside as this will be stuffed inside the chicken breast.
4
Prepare your chicken by creating a pocket for the stuffing. Using a sharp paring knife, make a slit into the side of the chicken breast, cutting along one edge of the chicken. The slit should be about 2-3 inches, depending on how large your chicken breasts are. To fill your chicken breasts, place 1/4 of the herbed goat cheese mixture inside the slit of each breast. Season the chicken breast with salt & pepper to taste and set aside.
5
Prepare your skillet by heating up the oil and butter on high heat. Carefully place the chicken in the skillet and gently brown on all sides. Place the browned chicken in a baking dish and carefully pour the cherry balsamic braising sauce around the chicken. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.
6
Plate chicken and pour glaze over each piece.

522

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 1 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 cups pitted fresh cherries, 1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard, and more.

Yes, Cherry Balsamic Braised Stuffed Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry Balsamic Braised Stuffed Chicken

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