Easy Apple Brie Chicken (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with brie and apple, seared and glazed with a savory mustard sauce.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
02 -
½ teaspoon kosher salt, heaping
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⅓ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
→ Filling
05 -
Handful of baby spinach or arugula (optional)
06 -
½ green apple, thinly sliced (about 12 slices)
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½ wheel of brie cheese, sliced (about 12 slices)
→ Sauce
08 -
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 heaping tablespoon coarse ground mustard
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to open like a book, keeping one side attached.
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Sprinkle inside of each chicken breast with kosher salt, black pepper, and thyme.
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Layer spinach or arugula on one side of each chicken breast. Top with 3 slices each of green apple and brie cheese.
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Fold chicken breasts over to encase the filling and secure with toothpicks if desired.
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Combine Dijon mustard and coarse ground mustard in a small bowl. Brush half the mixture onto the tops of the chicken breasts.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken in skillet mustard side down. Brush remaining mustard onto the other side. Sear 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Cover skillet, reduce heat just below medium, and cook for 5-8 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
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Transfer chicken to plates, drizzle with pan juices or sauce, and serve immediately.
# Additional Suggestions:
01 -
Use toothpicks to secure chicken breasts if needed to prevent filling from spilling out.
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Fresh thyme can be used instead of dried for enhanced flavor.