{"id":471,"date":"2026-04-09T18:43:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T18:43:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=471"},"modified":"2026-04-09T18:43:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T18:43:42","slug":"broccoli-cheese-stuffed-chicken-high-protein-low-carb-dinner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=471","title":{"rendered":"Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken (High-Protein Low-Carb Dinner)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"708\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651-708x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651-708x1024.jpeg 708w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651-207x300.jpeg 207w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651-768x1111.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651-1062x1536.jpeg 1062w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IMG_6651.jpeg 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a flavorful high-protein dinner made with juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy broccoli and cheddar cheese mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect for low carb meals, healthy dinner recipes, high protein diets, and easy family dinners, this dish is both comforting and nutritious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The combination of tender chicken, melted cheese, and seasoned broccoli creates a balanced meal that feels satisfying without being heavy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simple to prepare and baked until golden, this recipe is ideal for busy days when you want something healthy and delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb \/ 680 g)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup steamed broccoli florets, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bc cup cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Optional garnish:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>fresh parsley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>extra shredded cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Prepare the chicken<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carefully butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to create a pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Make the filling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a bowl, mix:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>chopped steamed broccoli<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cheddar cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cream cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir until well combined and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Stuff the chicken<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fill each chicken breast with the broccoli cheese mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secure with toothpicks if needed to keep filling inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Sear for flavor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sear stuffed chicken for 2\u20133 minutes per side until lightly golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Bake until fully cooked<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transfer chicken to a baking dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 20\u201325 minutes until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0F (74\u00b0C).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove toothpicks before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve warm with vegetables, salad, or rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tips for best results<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>chop broccoli finely for easier stuffing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>do not overfill chicken to prevent leakage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>use toothpicks to secure filling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>perfect for meal prep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Recipe details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prep time: 15 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook time: 25 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Total time: 40 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Servings: 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">High protein meal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Low carb dinner option<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Healthy comfort food<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a flavorful high-protein dinner made with juicy chicken breasts filled with a creamy broccoli and cheddar cheese mixture. Perfect for low carb meals, healthy dinner recipes, high protein diets, and easy family dinners, this dish is both comforting and nutritious. The combination of tender chicken, melted cheese, and seasoned [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-471","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-family-dinner"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/471","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=471"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/471\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":474,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/471\/revisions\/474"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=471"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=471"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=471"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}