Cheesy Chicken with Broccoli (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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4 medium-sized chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3 tablespoons reduced-salt chicken stock
→ Spice Rub
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1 teaspoon powdered garlic
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon powdered onion
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Filling
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1 cup tiny broccoli pieces
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1 heaping packed cup (4 oz) newly grated sharp cheddar
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5 oz cream cheese, room temperature
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½ cup red bell pepper, chopped small
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¼ cup pre-cooked, diced bacon
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½ teaspoon dry parsley
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½ teaspoon dry chives
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¼ teaspoon dry dill (if you want)
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 375°F.
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Put broccoli in microwave with 2 tablespoons water for 2 minutes, then drain it.
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Combine spice rub in a small bowl. Take out 1 teaspoon and mix with filling stuff. Blend cream cheese mixture together, then mix in broccoli.
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Wrap chicken with plastic and flatten to make tender. Dry it with paper towels.
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Cut into the thicker edge of each breast but don't go all the way through so you make a deep pocket.
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Pack each pocket with the filling mix. Use toothpicks to close if needed.
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Rub leftover spice mix on both chicken sides.
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Warm a cast iron pan on medium-high. Add oil and brown chicken for 2-3 minutes each side until golden.
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Put all chicken back in pan, pour in chicken stock. Cover with foil and cook 12-17 minutes till inside temp hits 160°F.
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Let chicken sit for 5 minutes before eating so it reaches 165°F.
# Notes:
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You can make this up to 24 hours before cooking
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You can cook the bacon while getting the chicken ready