Maple Glazed Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and savory with this Maple Glazed Apple and Brie Stuffed Chicken. Perfect for any occasion, this easy oven-baked dish features juicy chicken breasts filled with crisp apple slices and creamy brie cheese, topped with a flavorful maple thyme glaze. In just an hour, you can impress your family and guests with a dish that’s both nutritious and beautifully presented. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting a festive gathering, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 honeycrisp apple, sliced
- 4 ounces brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup apple cider or juice
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 garlic cloves)
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, removed from the stems
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts horizontally to create pockets; season inside with salt and pepper.
- Layer apple slices and brie inside each breast, then fold back together.
- Place stuffed chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- While baking, simmer apple cider, maple syrup, minced garlic, dijon mustard, thyme, and additional salt in a skillet until thickened (about 12-15 minutes).
- Brush the glaze over chicken and broil for an additional 10-12 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve warm drizzled with extra glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg