Delicious Baked Chicken with a Sweet Applesauce Stuffing

This recipe combines the savory flavors of juicy baked chicken with the sweetness of homemade applesauce stuffing. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion, this dish is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and celery until softened.
3. In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs, applesauce, sautéed onion and celery, salt, pepper, thyme, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the applesauce mixture.
5. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Serve the baked chicken with a side of extra applesauce stuffing and enjoy!

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