Creamy Wild Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter Sauce (Vegetarian Option Available)

Allergens

Dairy (for non-vegetarian option)

Ingredients

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (vegetarian alternative: 6 large portobello mushroom caps)
• 2 cups wild mushrooms, chopped
• 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup all
• purpose flour (for chicken option)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
• 1/4 cup dry white wine

Instructions

1. For Chicken Option:
2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Make a horizontal cut in each chicken breast to create a pocket for the stuffing.
4. In a bowl, mix together mushrooms, spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
6. Dust each stuffed chicken breast with flour, shaking off excess.
7. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Sear chicken breasts until golden brown on all sides.
8. Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20 25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
9. For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add parsley, chives, and white wine. Cook until slightly reduced.
10. Serve stuffed chicken breasts with herb butter sauce on top. For Vegetarian Option:
11. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
12. Stuff each portobello mushroom cap with the mixed stuffing ingredients.
13. Place stuffed mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake for 20 25 minutes or until tender.
14. Follow steps 7 9 from the chicken option to prepare the herb butter sauce.
15. Serve stuffed portobello mushrooms with herb butter sauce on top.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different wild mushrooms for unique flavors and textures.

Notes

Use a meat mallet to evenly thin the chicken breasts for more consistent cooking.