Impressive Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken: Festive & Juicy

This Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken is a show-stopping dish that brings elegance and flavor to any dinner table. Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with creamy brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberry sauce, then baked to perfection. The combination of flavors is festive, sophisticated, and surprisingly simple to make.

Perfect for holiday dinners, date nights, or special family meals, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or wild rice. Even novice cooks can create a restaurant-worthy dish with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Chicken & Filling

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 oz brie cheese, sliced
• ½ cup cranberry sauce (fresh or canned)
• 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast, creating space for filling.
3. Season chicken breasts inside and out with salt and black pepper.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with sliced brie, cranberry sauce, and a sprinkle of thyme or rosemary. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
6. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
8. Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Tips for Perfect Stuffed Chicken

• Do not overstuff – too much filling can leak during cooking.
• Sear before baking – gives golden color and locks in juices.
• Use creamy brie – ensures a smooth melt.
• Let rest before slicing – keeps chicken juicy.

Serving Suggestions

• Roasted baby potatoes or mashed potatoes
• Steamed green beans or asparagus
• Wild rice or quinoa
• Garnish with fresh herbs for extra elegance

Variations

• Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to cranberry filling.
• Apple & Brie Chicken: Mix diced apple with brie and cranberry for a sweet-savory combo.
• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free cranberry sauce and ensure pan ingredients are compliant.

Cranberry Brie Stuffed Chicken

Tender chicken breasts stuffed with creamy brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Perfect festive dinner recipe.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 plates

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Holiday

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Chicken & Filling

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 oz brie cheese sliced
• 0.5 cup cranberry sauce fresh or canned
• 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary chopped

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

• Oven-safe skillet
• Knife
• Mixing bowl

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast for filling.
3. Season chicken inside and out with salt and pepper.
4. Stuff each breast with brie, cranberry sauce, and thyme or rosemary. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Heat olive oil and butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
6. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
7. Transfer skillet to oven and bake 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
8. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Do not overstuff to prevent filling leakage. Use creamy brie for best melt and flavor.