Cheesy Jalapeno Stuffed Chicken with Fresh Creamed Corn
A delicious dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy cheese mixture and complemented by fresh creamed corn.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven-safe skillet
- Meat Mallet
- Plastic Wrap
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Each weighing around 6 ounces.
- 2 medium Jalapenos Finely chopped.
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar preferred.
- 1 cup Fresh Corn Kernels Cut from about 2 ears of corn.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish (optional).
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, corn, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the stuffing mixture onto each flattened chicken breast and fold over, securing the edges.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider using different cheeses or adding vegetables to the stuffing.