Pear Stuffed Chicken
Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with spiced pears—a surprising sweet-savory combo that delights every time.
4
servings20
minutes40
minutes350
kcal1
hourIngredients
4 chicken breasts
2 pears
1 tablespoon olive oil
0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with a little olive oil for ease of cleaning later.
- Halve the pears and scoop out the seeds, then dice them into small cubes to allow for better distribution in the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced pears, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, stirring until the seasoning is evenly spread over the pear pieces.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast carefully using a sharp knife, ensuring not to cut through the other side to hold the filling.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the prepared pear mixture, making sure to evenly distribute and not overfill, and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the greased baking dish, drizzling the remaining olive oil over each piece for added moisture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 350kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Pear Stuffed Chicken brings unexpected elegance through its delicate balance of sweet fruit and savory poultry. Each tender chicken breast conceals a fragrant filling of diced pears kissed with cinnamon and nutmeg, creating an autumn-inspired dish that feels both comforting and sophisticated. The natural sweetness of the pears keeps the chicken incredibly moist while adding subtle fruit notes throughout. Pair with a crisp Riesling or Viognier—their stone fruit notes complement the pears while their bright acidity balances the warming spices.
