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Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; 6 ounce stovetop chicken stuffing mix; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 2 tablespoons salted butter; 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary (chopped ); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 packet chicken gravy mix (0.85 ounce); 1 cup water

This Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Stuffing Recipe is a simple baked dinner made with boneless chicken breasts, boxed stuffing mix cooked with chicken broth, butter, and fresh rosemary, and a quick packet gravy. The stuffing keeps the chicken juicy as it bakes, and the gravy ties it all together without any extra effort. It's the kind of meal that feels like a holiday dinner but comes together in just one hour on any regular night of the week.

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Author:

Sara Nelson

Modified:

March 18, 2026

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 1

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A close-up of a plate with mashed potatoes and stuffed chicken breast, topped with bread stuffing. Gravy is being poured over the chicken. Another plate with the same meal is blurred in the background.

You’ll love this recipe if you like this Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole and Swiss Chicken Casserole

Stuffed chicken has a way of making a regular dinner feel like more of an occasion without asking much of you. You make the stuffing on the stovetop with chicken broth, butter, and fresh rosemary, then butterfly the chicken breasts, fill them, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper before everything goes into the oven. The whole thing comes together in about an hour from start to finish, with no complicated prep or long ingredient list.

While the chicken bakes, you whisk together a quick gravy from a packet and water that thickens up in just a few minutes on the stovetop. It’s worth making the full batch even if you’re cooking for two, since leftovers reheat well and the chicken slices up cleanly for sandwiches or wraps the next day.

A close-up of a plate with stuffed chicken breast being sliced, served with mashed potatoes and brown gravy. The stuffing appears to include bread crumbs and herbs. The food is on a white plate atop a woven placemat.

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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe

Ready for the oven in about 15 minutes.
Simple ingredients — no complicated prep or shopping list.
Works for weeknights or holiday dinners alike.
Reheats well, so it’s great for meal prep or next-day lunches.

➡️ Ingredients you’ll need

Labeled ingredients on a white background include chicken breasts, chicken broth, chicken stuffing mix, chicken gravy mix, garlic powder, pepper, rosemary, salt, salted butter, and water displayed in bowls and containers.

⏲ How to make this chicken breasts stuffed with stuffing recipe

A saucepan of chicken broth with a pat of butter floating in the center, next to a seasoning packet.

A saucepan filled with dry bread crumb stuffing mix topped with fresh rosemary.

A saucepan of fully mixed and moistened herb stuffing, golden and crumbly.

A hand holding a small white ramekin of salt and pepper seasoning, with raw chicken in the background.

Four seasoned raw chicken breasts laid flat in a white rectangular baking dish.

Four raw seasoned chicken breasts stuffed with cornbread stuffing in a white baking dish, uncooked.

Four baked stuffed chicken breasts in a white baking dish, golden and juicy with herb stuffing visible.

Overhead view of golden chicken broth in a saucepan on a trivet, with a whisk nearby.

A plate with mashed potatoes topped with gravy and a serving of stuffing-covered chicken breast, placed on a woven mat with rosemary sprigs, gold utensils, and a small pitcher of gravy nearby.

👉 Easy ingredient swaps

Chicken Breasts: You can use chicken thighs for a juicier option, though the cooking time may vary slightly.
Rosemary: Swap for thyme or sage — both pair nicely with stuffing.
Gravy Mix: Any chicken or turkey gravy mix works fine.
Stuffing Mix: Use any flavor you like — chicken, turkey, or herb-seasoned all work great.

✨ Variations

Add Veggies: Stir some diced celery, onion, or mushrooms into the stuffing before baking.
Cheesy Option: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese over the chicken before baking.
Cranberry Touch: Add a spoonful of cranberry sauce on the side for a sweet-tart contrast.

〰️ How to serve

Sides — Mashed potatoes, roasted maple carrots, baked zucchini slices, or green beans go perfectly with this dish.
Sauce — Drizzle gravy on top or serve extra on the side for dipping.
Leftovers — Slice up leftover stuffed chicken and use it in sandwiches or wraps the next day.

💬 FAQs

Can I prep this ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the stuffed chicken in the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to bake, add about 5–10 minutes to the cook time since it’ll start out chilled.

How long do leftovers last?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Yes. Let the baked chicken cool completely, then wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven at 350°F until hot.

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