Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast

This mushroom stuffed chicken breast is the ultimate umami bomb dinner. I stuffed tender, juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, cheesy, and rich sautéed mushroom filling for a simple meal that’s bursting with flavor. I love the flavors of the chicken and mushroom filling together, and stuffing the chicken is such a fun way to spice up dinner!

My spinach stuffed chicken recipe is one of my favorites, but sometimes I want something a little different. Swapping out the spinach for seasoned mushrooms and Provolone cheese made these mushroom stuffed chicken breasts so savory and delicious! I just love this new take on an old favorite!

What’s in This Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe?

Onion + Garlic: Create a savory base of flavor for the filling.
Spices: Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper season the mushroom filling, while a mixture of salt, onion powder, garlic powder, ground paprika, and black pepper season the chicken breasts.
Mushrooms: Baby Bella, aka cremini, mushrooms are my favorite for this dish because they’re not too big to begin with and I can get them pre-sliced.
Cheese: A combination of cream cheese and shredded Provolone binds the filling and adds a mild cheesy and tangy flavor that complements the umami mushrooms.
Chives: Add a pop of fresh oniony flavor to the filling.
Chicken: Chicken breasts are the best cut for this recipe since they can be cut to form a perfect pocket for stuffing. Thighs will not work.

ingredients for mushroom stuffed chicken.

Tips for Success

Use a sharp pairing knife to cut a pocket in the chicken. Be sure not to cut all the way through.
Don’t be shy with the cheese, but also don’t overstuff the cheese into the chicken breast pocket.
To check the doneness of the chicken, use an instant-read meat thermometer. When it reaches 165°F degrees you’re good to plate up!

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover mushroom stuffed chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating covered with foil in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. I like to add a splash or two of chicken broth to the baking dish to help keep the chicken nice and moist.

a mushroom stuffed chicken breast on a white plate with salad.

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve this mushroom stuffed chicken breast with a side of garlic mashed cauliflower or oven baked risotto. The risotto is a great Italian-flavored side, and the cauliflower gives me that starchiness I crave with fewer calories and carbs than traditional mashed potatoes. For a lighter meal, pair it with a simple salad with my favorite Olive Garden Italian dressing.

Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

This mushroom stuffed chicken breast is the ultimate umami bomb dinner. Tender, juicy chicken breasts with a rich sautéed mushroom filling.

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

Course appetizer or main course, Dinner

Cuisine American

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1

Servings

Calories 403kcal

Author Krista Teigen

Ingredients

For the Mushroom Filling

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 ounces baby Bella mushrooms sliced
4 ounces cream cheese room temperature (½ brick)
½ cup freshly shredded Provolone cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

For the Chicken Breasts

4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

For the Mushroom Filling

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened.

1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ onion
Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and cook for another minute.

2 cloves garlic, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Add in the mushrooms, and continue cooking until softened and the excess liquid has mostly evaporated.

8 ounces baby Bella mushrooms
Transfer the mushroom mixture to a bowl and let it cool while you prepare the chicken.
Stir the cream cheese, provolone cheese, and chives into the mushrooms once the mixture has cooled slightly.

4 ounces cream cheese, ½ cup freshly shredded Provolone cheese, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

For the Chicken Breasts

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Prepare the chicken by cutting out a wide pocket in each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Set aside.

4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom filling, and secure with a toothpick.
In a small dish, combine the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper. Then, sprinkle each stuffed chicken breast with the seasoning.

½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon ground paprika, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned, but not cooked through. You may need to do this in two batches depending on the size of your chicken breasts and pan.

2 tablespoons olive oil
Place all 4 breasts in the skillet and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken breasts are cooked through and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.

Video

Notes

Storage: Store mushrooms stuffed chicken breasts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

How to Make a Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast Step by Step

Cook the Filling: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ½ of a chopped onion and sauté until softened. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic, ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of pepper, and cook for another minute. Add in 8 ounces of sliced baby Bella mushrooms, and continue cooking until softened and the excess liquid has mostly evaporated. Transfer the mushroom mixture to a bowl and let it cool while you prepare the chicken, then stir 4 ounces of cream cheese, ½ cup of shredded provolone cheese, and 1 tablespoon of chopped chives into the cooled mushrooms.

mushroom filling mixed with cheese, cream cheese, and chives in a glass bowl.

Stuff the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare the chicken by cutting out a wide pocket in each of 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each chicken breast with the mushroom filling, and secure with a toothpick.

stuffing chicken breasts with mushroom filling.

Season the Chicken: In a small dish, combine ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon of ground paprika, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper. Then, sprinkle each stuffed chicken breast with the seasoning.

chicken breasts stuffed with mushroom filling and held closed with toothpicks.

Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned, but not cooked through. Place all 4 breasts in the skillet and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken breasts are cooked through and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.