This recipe combines juicy chicken breasts filled with savory cornbread dressing, creating a perfect main dish for any gathering. The combination of flavors and textures will leave your guests asking for more, making it a definite crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cornbread stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 1/4 cup diced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, celery, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are softened.
- Stir in cornbread stuffing mix, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cornbread dressing mixture.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cornbread stuffing adds a Southern twist to this classic dish.
You can customize the stuffing by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
This dish is a great way to use up leftover cornbread or stuffing.