Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breast with Zucchini

These Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breasts with zucchini, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese are delicious and perfect if you’re looking for a high protein dinner idea.

The chicken breasts are stuffed and seared, creating a delicious, blackened surface and perfectly juicy insides. The cheesy zucchini filling may ooze out a little during cooking, but the caramelized bits it creates are divine. For more stuffed chicken breast ideas, try my Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Cheesy Jalapeño Popper Baked Stuffed Chicken, and Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken.

These stuffed chicken breasts with cheese would be great over cauliflower rice, mashed cauliflower, or with a simple veggie side, like sauteed string beans or roasted asparagus. If you want a carb, pair them with broccoli orzo, smashed sweet potatoes or rice and peas.

You can double this easy cheesy stuffed chicken breast recipe if you want extra for leftovers. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or freeze them for up to three months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge and reheat them in the microwave until warm.

Do you put the stuffing in the chicken before cooking?Yes! Stuff the chicken when it's raw and then bake it.

How do you stuff chicken breasts?I slice a thin pocket into the side of the chicken breasts. After you stuff them, use toothpicks to keep them closed.

How do you keep the cheese from melting out of stuffed chicken?Sealing the edges of the chicken breasts with toothpicks helps prevent the cheese from oozing out of stuffed chicken.

How do you bake chicken breasts and keep them moist?Here are three tips for juicy chicken:

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