Are you ready to transform an ordinary dinner into a mouthwatering culinary adventure? Imagine cutting into a perfectly baked chicken breast and watching creamy, spicy buffalo sauce ooze out, tantalizing your taste buds! This Stuffed Buffalo Chicken for Two is not just a recipe; it's a guaranteed way to impress your partner and elevate your home cooking game. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that looks and tastes like a gourmet masterpiece.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each chicken breast by cutting horizontally through the thickest part, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season the inside and outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese and buffalo sauce until well combined. Add half of the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir thoroughly.
- Carefully stuff each chicken breast pocket with the buffalo cream cheese mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed. Use toothpicks to secure the opening if needed.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top of each chicken breast.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. This allows the cheese to set and the chicken to retain its juices.
- Optional: Drizzle additional buffalo sauce on top before serving. Serve hot with a side of vegetables or salad.
Tips
- Ensure even stuffing by using a sharp knife and creating a uniform pocket in the chicken breast. Take your time to avoid cutting through the entire breast.
- For extra flavor, use room temperature cream cheese, which blends more smoothly with the buffalo sauce.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer - it should reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part to ensure food safety.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to keep the meat juicy and allow the cheese to set.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
- Experiment with different hot sauces to customize the spice level to your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 40g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 140mg
