Irresistible Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken Copycat Recipe
This Irresistible Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken Copycat Recipe features tender chicken breasts generously stuffed with a creamy blend of cream cheese, fresh spinach, mozzarella, and Italian seasonings. Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven with a flavorful chicken broth and lemon juice bath, this dish delivers rich flavor and juicy texture reminiscent of the iconic steakhouse favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Stuffing
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Cooking & Finishing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a sharp knife, carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast, making sure not to cut all the way through.
- Mix Stuffing: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped fresh spinach, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until the mixture is well blended and uniform.
- Stuff Chicken: Generously fill each pocket in the chicken breasts with the prepared mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the stuffing inside during cooking.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and sear each side for 3 to 4 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Add Broth and Bake: Pour the low-sodium chicken broth around the chicken in the skillet and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Finish and Rest: Remove the skillet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken breasts. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices and allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- To prevent the toothpicks from burning, make sure they are soaked in water for 10 minutes before use.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to verify the internal temperature for food safety.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.
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