Low Carb Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time35 minutes mins
Course: Keto & Low Carb
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli and cheese chicken, keto dinner, low carb dinner, stuffed chicken
Servings: 3 Large Servings
Calories: 458kcal
Author: EverydayShortcuts.com
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder divided
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon himalayan pink sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets finely chopped
- ½ cup red pepper finely chopped
- 1 cup colby jack cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Add onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder to a small bowl. Stir to combine. Sprinkle onto both sides of chicken.
Place seasoned chicken on a cutting board. Use a large, flat spatula to press down on the top of the chicken breast and use your other hand to insert a knife into the thickest side of the chicken. Cut a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through the other side and stopping before you get to the end of the chicken (creating a pocket, not a flap).
In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, add broccoli and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Remove plastic wrap and drain any excess water.
Add red bell pepper, cheese, mayo and remaining 1 teaspoon garlic powder to the bowl with the broccoli. Stir to combine.
Add the avocado oil to a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. After the pan is heated through, add the chicken breasts – top side down. Allow to cook for 4-5 minutes each side to brown.
Place pan in the oven to continue cooking the chicken an additional 12-15 minutes or until chicken cooks through and juices run clear. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes and serve warm.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 2g