Best 6 Erikas Apple Stuffed Baked Chicken Recipes

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**Erika's Apple Stuffed Baked Chicken: A Culinary Journey of Sweet and Savory Flavors**

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Erika's Apple Stuffed Baked Chicken, a dish that harmoniously blends the sweetness of apples with the savory richness of chicken. This delectable dish features a succulent chicken stuffed with a delightful mixture of apples, walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon, all enveloped in a golden-brown, crispy skin. As the chicken roasts in the oven, the aromas of roasted apples and savory herbs fill the air, creating an irresistible symphony of scents. Accompanying the main course are three equally enticing recipes: a creamy mashed potato dish infused with roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese, a vibrant green bean casserole topped with crispy fried onions, and a refreshing apple salad tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. Get ready to indulge in a feast that will captivate your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

APPLE STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Loaded with flavor, done in 30 minutes, and made in a skillet! This chicken recipe will soon be a family favorite!

Provided by Shelly

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx 6 breasts)
1 large Granny Smith Apple, peeled and diced
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 toothpicks
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons butter
Optional - parsley to garnish

Steps:

  • With a paring knife, cut pockets into the chicken breasts, careful not to cut all the way through. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the apples, cheese, thyme, and garlic powder.
  • Stuff each chicken breast with an equal portion of the apple mixture, securing with 1 or 2 toothpicks.
  • Season the chicken with the salt and pepper and sprinkle the flour evenly on all sides of the chicken. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together the wine, broth, and mustard. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Place the chicken in the skillet and brown, 2 - 3 minutes on each side.
  • Add in the wine mixture, and turn the heat down to medium-low. Cover and cook for 7-9 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Remove the lid and cook for 2-3 more minutes to thicken up the sauce.
  • Remove toothpicks before serving.
  • Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 breast, Calories 420 calories, Sugar 1.9 g, Sodium 669.4 mg, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, TransFat 0.2 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 48 g, Cholesterol 166.7 mg

APPLE STUFFED CHICKEN



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A friend served this chicken when we were over for dinner, and we enjoyed it so much I asked for the recipe. There are many chicken farms in this area, so I'm always on the lookout for new chicken recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (6 ounces) chicken-flavored stuffing mix
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 to 4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup chopped peeled apple
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
GLAZE:
1/2 cup apple jelly
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle inside of chicken with salt and pepper; rub outside with oil. , In a large bowl, mix stuffing with the apple, celery, nuts, raisins and lemon zest. Lightly stuff chicken. Place chicken breast side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. , In a saucepan, combine the glaze ingredients. Bring to a simmer; heat, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Brush over chicken. Bake 20-30 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear, brushing occasionally with glaze. Cover with foil and let stand for 10-15 minutes. Remove stuffing, then carve chicken.

Nutrition Facts :

SHEET-PAN CHICKEN WITH APPLE, FENNEL AND ONION



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Chicken thighs are roasted with classic fall ingredients for a quick, flavorful sheet-pan supper. The toasted fennel seeds subtly amplify the anise flavor of the roasted fennel and play nicely with the apples and onions. Look for an apple on the tart side as it will naturally sweeten as it cooks in the oven. If you want to use bone-in chicken breasts you can, just make sure to cut the cooking time by a few minutes so they don't dry out. Serve with a bright, bitter green salad flecked with blue cheese and toasted walnuts.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     dinner, weekday, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 1/2 to 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium fennel bulb, tough outer leaves removed, cored and thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
1 tart apple, such as Mutsu (Crispin) or Granny Smith, halved, cored and cut into 8 wedges
4 sprigs rosemary
Flaky salt, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a small skillet, toast the fennel seeds over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Pound into a coarse powder with a mortar and pestle or, alternatively, roughly chop. In a large bowl, toss together the chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the fennel seeds and season well with salt and pepper.
  • Place the onion, fennel and apple slices on the sheet pan. Toss with the remaining olive oil and season well with salt. Spread in an even layer. Add the chicken skin side up on top of the vegetables and lay the rosemary (distributing evenly) on top of the chicken. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the onions, fennel and apples are softened and have begun to caramelize at the edge of the pan.
  • Turn the oven to broil and move the oven rack to sit right below it. Remove and discard the rosemary sprigs and broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes until the skin of the chicken is crispy and golden. Season with flaky salt.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 564, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 705 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED CHICKEN WITH APPLE STUFFING



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Breaded chicken breasts are baked with a simple apple and bread stuffing for an easy one dish meal. Get cozy with this holiday-inspired meal anytime of year!

Provided by SCOTTBMA72

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Apple Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups milk
3 eggs
1 tablespoon water
1 cup dry bread crumbs
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 Red Delicious apple, cored and diced
1 (8 ounce) package dry bread stuffing mix
2 cups apple juice, or as needed
2 tablespoons butter, or as needed
1 Red Delicious apple - peeled, cored and diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pour the milk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and water. Place the bread crumbs in a shallow dish or on a plate. Dip the chicken breast halves into the milk, then into the egg, then press into the bread crumbs to coat. Place on a plate, and set aside.
  • Prepare the stuffing mix according to the package directions, but substituting apple juice for the water. When bringing the juice and butter to a boil, add the diced apple with peel to the pan. Stir in the stuffing mix until the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the stuffing to a baking dish, and top with the pieces of the remaining apple. Place the chicken breasts on top of the stuffing, and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.9 calories, Carbohydrate 93 g, Cholesterol 232.3 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1294.1 mg, Sugar 34 g

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH APPLES & CHEDDAR



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I have been meaning to give this elegant sounding chicken dish for years and have decided to share it here even though I haven't tried it yet. I originally clipped this from a magazine years ago and thought it would be a lovely choice for a romantic dinner.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (pounded to a 1/4-inch thickness with a mallet)
1/2 cup cooking apple (Golden Delicious or Granny Smith recommended)
2 tablespoons sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup dry white wine or 1/4 cup apple cider
water, as needed
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
fresh parsley, chopped, garnish
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • If you haven't already pounded your chicken breast halves, do so now- they should be 1/4" thin; season with salt and pepper to taste on both sides. Peel your apples unless you prefer them to have the skin on.
  • Combine apple chunks,cheese, and bread crumbs in a small bowl.
  • Divide the apple mixture into two portions and place one portion on top of each piece of chicken.
  • Roll up chicken into a bundle, using toothpicks to secure if needed.
  • Melt butter in a skillet, then brown the chicken briefly on both sides in the butter- just a few minutes each side to brown but not cook all the way through yet.
  • Once browned, add wine and 1/4 cup of water.
  • Cover pan and let simmer 15-20 minutes on medium-low heat- until chicken is no longer pink and completely cooked through.
  • Remove cooked chicken from the pan using a slotted spoon and set on two plates.
  • Remove toothpicks.
  • Whisk together 1 Tbsp of water and the cornstarch well and add to the pan juices.
  • Whisk until blended and cook and stir until thickened slightly (you may need to raise the heat a bit); test for seasoning and add more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Ladle over chicken and sprinkle parsley over tops as a garnish.

ERIKA'S APPLE-STUFFED BAKED CHICKEN



ERIKA'S APPLE-STUFFED BAKED CHICKEN image

Categories     Chicken     Bake

Yield 2 People

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 chicken breasts
1 medium size apple
1/2 of a medium size yellow onion
2 cloves fresh garlic (finely chopped)
1 slice of stale or baked multigrain bread diced (any type of bread will do)
1/4 cup of Italian Seasoning Breadcrumbs
A handful of sage and time finely chopped (preferably fresh)
1/4 cup of chicken broth (or water)
1/2 cup grated Manchego (or any other sharp cheese)
Pinch of salt and pepper to taste
Tablespoon of Olive Oil and butter
1/4 cup of white wine
1 baking sheet
Pinch of garlic and onion powder
A handful of toothpicks

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Heat up oil and butter in a pan on medium heat. Finely chop the garlic, onion, and apple and add to the pan. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and sautee ingredients until they cook down enough for the moisture to come out. Finely chop the fresh sage and parsley and add. Chop up the slice of bread into small cubes and add to the mixture along with the breadcrumbs. Add the chicken broth to bind the ingredients. Then add the freshly grated cheese. Lastly, add the wine and allow for this to simmer for at least a minute. The end result will be a wet mixture - you should be able to bind it with your hand. Put this mixture into a bowl and set aside. Slice the chicken breast in half like a hot dog bun, making sure not to cut all the way through to other side. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, onion and garlic powder. Once the mixture is cool enough to handle, stuff it into the chicken breast and seal it with the toothpicks. Dust the chicken with a little flour and breadcrumbs and sear both sides until browned. Remove from heat and place the chicken onto an oiled baking sheet and bake it for about 10 minutes on each side or until browned. Keep the heat on the pan and add a splash of white wine and chicken broth to deglaze. This will create the gravy to go on top of the chicken. After the chicken has cooked for ten minutes, remove from the sheet and place it on a large piece of tinfoil on top of the baking sheet and seal the foil to contain more heat. Bake for another fifteen minutes or until the stuffing is steaming hot. Remove from heat and serve on a plate along with any vegetable or side-dish. Pour the gravy over the chicken and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. Different apples have different flavors and textures, so using a mix will give your dish a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • Don't overstuff the chicken. You want the chicken to be cooked evenly, so don't pack it too tightly with apples. Leave some space for the air to circulate.
  • Season the chicken well. Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the chicken, such as salt, pepper, garlic, and thyme.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature. This will help to brown the chicken and give it a crispy skin.
  • Baste the chicken frequently. This will help to keep the chicken moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Erika's Apple-Stuffed Baked Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the apples add a sweet and tart flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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