Description
Delight in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Maple Glazed Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with crisp honeycrisp apple slices and creamy brie, then baked and finished with a luscious maple syrup glaze infused with apple cider and fresh thyme. This elegant dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Filling
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces brie cheese, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Maple Glaze
- 1 cup apple cider or apple juice
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Fresh thyme, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Chicken: Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally but not all the way through, then open the breast like a book. Season the inside generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Stuff Chicken: Layer thin apple slices and brie cheese evenly inside each chicken breast, then carefully fold them back together to encase the filling securely.
- Bake Chicken: Place the stuffed breasts on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is almost cooked through but not fully done.
- Make Maple Glaze: While the chicken bakes, combine apple cider, maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme in a small skillet. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens into a luscious glaze.
- Glaze and Broil: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush generously with the maple glaze. Broil on high for 10 to 12 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) and the glaze caramelizes beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the stuffed chicken warm, drizzled with any remaining maple glaze for a sweet and savory finish that complements the tender meat and melty cheese.
Notes
- Be sure to monitor the broiling step closely to avoid burning the glaze.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 165°F internal temperature.
- Honeycrisp apples add the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, but Granny Smith apples can be substituted for a tarter flavor.
- If brie rind is strong in flavor, you may trim it off before slicing to mellow the taste.
- The asparagus or steamed green beans pair well as side vegetables for this dish.
