Shrimp & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
This easy to make yet delicious Shrimp & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts recipe is one of my favorite go to dinner ideas. Seasoned with Cajun seasoning, filled with peppers, and cheese this recipe is sure to excite your guests at the dinner table. I love chicken, and I love trying new recipes with chicken especially recipes that look gourmet, but in fact are super easy to make.
Very tasty, and full of flavor these Shrimp & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts will be a hit at your next dinner party!
Shrimp & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 lb shrimp (clean, peel & devein )
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (skinless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Jalapeno cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- fresh parsley
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Preheat oven to 350 ° Lightly coat bottom of baking dish.
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In a large skillet over medium -high heat, heat cooking oil. Add onions and peppers. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes, add minced garlic and parsley. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
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Add shrimp, and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool slightly.
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Generously season chicken with Cajun seasoning, and fresh cracked black pepper.
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With a sharp knife, create a pocket in each chicken breast. Stuff with shrimp and vegetable mixture, then top with cheese.
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Add chicken to baking dish and bake until cooked through, about 30-35 minutes.