Pear and Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken Recipe
This Pear and Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken is a gourmet yet easy recipe that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a luscious mixture of sweet pears, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, spinach, and garlic — creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Elegant enough for date nights or holidays, yet simple enough for weeknights.
Equipment
- Oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp Knife
- Meat mallet
- Tongs or spatula
- Toothpicks (optional)
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- 2 ripe but firm pears, diced (about 2 cups)
- 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even ¾-inch thickness between plastic wrap for even cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, combine diced pears, crumbled Gorgonzola, chopped spinach, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast. Stuff generously with the pear and Gorgonzola filling. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired. Serve immediately.