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Blackberry Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

Cozy, bright flavors come together in under an hour with this Blackberry Ricotta Stuffed Chicken, featuring a creamy filling of ricotta and sweet-tart blackberries, drizzled with a honey-balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup fresh blackberries, lightly mashed Use ripe blackberries for best sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for bigger flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Use unsalted butter to help control salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Can swap thyme for rosemary or add red pepper flakes for heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
  3. In a bowl combine ricotta, lightly mashed blackberries, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  4. Spoon the ricotta mixture into each pocket and secure with toothpicks if necessary.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the stuffed breasts for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 18–20 minutes until the thickest part registers 165°F and juices run clear.
  3. Meanwhile, make the glaze by combining balsamic, honey, and chicken broth in a small saucepan. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly syrupy, then stir in fresh thyme.
  4. Remove chicken from oven, let rest for 3 minutes, then drizzle the honey-balsamic glaze over each piece before serving.

Notes

Time-saver: Buy pre-washed berries to save prep time. Don't overstuff the chicken pockets.