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Published: May 14, 2022 · Modified: Jul 10, 2022 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast

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This Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast is the best comforting meal for a family dinner! Pan seared Parmesan Panko crusted chicken breast, stuffed with melted gooey mozzarella cheese, and then baked to perfection in marinara sauce is the perfect easy recipe with lots of flavor!

Breaded chicken breast, stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, with tomato sauce and broccoli.

If you love a classic chicken parm, you should try this recipe! This Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast is very similar to my Classic Chicken Parmesan Recipe. But instead of pounding the meat, I stuffed it with fresh mozzarella, coated in Parmesan Panko crust, pan seared until crispy outside and finally, baked until perfection in my Marinara Sauce from Scratch.

This recipe will be perfect for a Sunday family dinner and you can easily make a double batch for a bigger gathering.

Breaded chicken breast, stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, with tomato sauce and broccoli.

Ingredients and Substitution

Chicken. Use skinless boneless chicken breasts.

Mozzarella cheese. To get the best results, get good quality fresh mozzarella cheese. You can also substitute it with ricotta, fontina, or provolone cheese.

Panko crumbs. You can use original or seasoned panko crumbs. If you don’t have them, you can use any bread crumbs you have on hands.

Parmesan cheese. This extra ingredient really elevated the flavors and helps to achieve a perfectly golden crispy crust.

Marinara sauce. I like to use my homemade marinara sauce from scratch in this recipe. You can also buy a good quality premade sauce, like Cucina Antica brand (not sponsored).

Separate ingredients in bowl to make Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast.

How to make it

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Prepare 3 separate dishes. 1st one with 1 cup all-purpose flour. 2nd with 2 whisked eggs. In the 3rd one, mix 1 cup panko bread crumbs, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, and the seasoning (½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp dried thyme). Season each bowl with salt and pepper and set aside.

Using a pairing knife, cut deep pockets inside chicken breasts. Stuff the pockets with mozzarella cheese slices, then press the edges to seal the pockets. Season the stuffed chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.

Left photo: stuffing chicken with mozzarella cheese. Right photo: Three bowls, filled with flour, eggs, and breabcrumbs.

Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then beaten eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.

Preheat a large skillet over a medium heat with 3 tbsp olive oil.

When the oil is hot, sear the stuffed chicken cutlets of both sides for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the sides are golden/brown color. At this point we don’t need to cook the meat through as it will be finished off in the oven.

Process photos of pan searing breaded chicken , stuffed with mozzarella cheese.

While it’s cooking, pour 2 cups Marinara sauce in a baking pan. When the stuffed cutlets are seared, transfer them to the baking pan with Marinara sauce. Bake at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature of the meat is 165°F.

Breaded chicken in marinara sauce in a baking pan before and after baking.

Tips for best results

Seasoning. The chicken has many coatings and it’s important to season with salt and pepper every layer (meat, flour, whisked eggs, and bread crumbs).

Pan searing. When you pan sear the meat, you don’t need to cook it through, as we are going to finish it in the oven. Just sear until the you can golden crust.

Storage and Freezing

How to store. You can keep it in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

How to reheat. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.

How to freeze. You can freeze it in an air-tight container for up to 2 months. To thaw, just leave in the fridge overnight, then reheat according to the instructions above.

Breaded chicken breast, stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, with tomato sauce and broccoli.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to know if the chicken is cooked through?

You can check the internal temperature of the meat with a meat thermometer. It should reach at least 165°F, though I like it to be at least 175°F, just to be safe.

Do I need to use toothpick to seal the edges?

I usually just press on the edges to seal them. If you want, you can pin them with toothpick, but it’s not really necessary.

What can I serve it with this Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken?

You can serve this meal with pretty much any side dish you like. Here are a few of my favorites:
Vegetables: Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables, Green Beans Almondine, Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan.
Salad: Mediterranean Farro Salad, Potato Salad with Bacon and Egg.
Potatoes: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, Gruyere Potatoes au Gratin, Loaded Mashed Potatoes.

Breaded chicken breast, stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, with tomato sauce and broccoli.

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Breaded chicken breast, stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese, with tomato sauce and broccoli.
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5 from 17 votes

Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast

This Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast is the best comforting meal for a family dinner! Pan seared Parmesan Panko crusted chicken breast, stuffed with melted gooey mozzarella cheese, and then baked to perfection in marinara sauce is the perfect easy recipe with lots of flavor!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 651kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ teaspoon dried onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt, pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Prepare 3 separate dishes. 1st one with 1 cup all-purpose flour. 2nd with 2 whisked eggs. In the 3rd one, mix 1 cup panko bread crumbs, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, and the seasoning (½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp dried thyme). Season each bowl with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Using a pairing knife, cut deep pockets inside chicken breasts. Stuff the pockets with mozzarella cheese slices, then press the edges to seal the pockets. Season the stuffed chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then beaten eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.
  • Preheat a large skillet over a medium heat with 3 tbsp olive oil.
  • When the oil is hot, sear the stuffed chicken cutlets of both sides for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the sides are golden/brown color. At this point we don’t need to cook the meat through as it will be finished off in the oven.
  • While it’s cooking, pour 2 cups Marinara sauce in a baking pan. When the stuffed cutlets are seared, transfer them to the baking pan with Marinara sauce. Bake at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature of the meat is 165°F.

Notes

  • Seasoning. The chicken has many coatings and it’s important to season with salt and pepper every layer (meat, flour, whisked eggs, and bread crumbs).
  • Pan searing. When you pan sear the meat, you don’t need to cook it through, as we are going to finish it in the oven. Just sear until the you can golden crust.
  • How to store. You can keep it in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • How to reheat. Reheat it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
  • How to freeze. You can freeze it in an air-tight container for up to 2 months. To thaw, just leave in the fridge overnight, then reheat according to the instructions above.

Nutrition

Calories: 651kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 203mg | Sodium: 1309mg | Potassium: 928mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1124IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 434mg | Iron: 5mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.

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  1. DEbbie says

    July 24, 2022 at 11:52 pm

    5 stars
    This mozzarella stuffed chicken breast was a big hit at my house. This is super easy to make and so good. This will be on a regular rotation . Thanks for a great recipe.

    Reply
  2. Jamie says

    July 24, 2022 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner tonight and we were so excited to see the cheese oozing out of the chicken! It was delicious and I’ll be making this again. Thank you!

    Reply
  3. Ksenia says

    July 24, 2022 at 10:08 pm

    5 stars
    The way the cheese oozed out of these chicken breasts was nothing short of magic. Absolutely delicious!!!

    Reply
  4. Cathleen says

    July 24, 2022 at 7:14 pm

    5 stars
    I am always looking for more chicken recipes and this one was a winner!! Thank you so much for this recipe, I will definitely making it on repeat in my kitchen 🙂

    Reply
  5. Dennis says

    July 24, 2022 at 8:42 am

    5 stars
    What a delicious way to serve chicken! It reminded me of an inside-out chicken parm. Everyone in my family raved about the stuffed chicken!

    Reply
  6. Chenée says

    July 23, 2022 at 5:05 pm

    5 stars
    This is the best of both worlds! Delicious chicken breast stuffed with melty mozzarella cheese! I especially love that parmesan bread crumb topping!

    Reply
  7. Tristin says

    July 22, 2022 at 1:11 pm

    5 stars
    Yep this chicken recipe is going into the weekly rotation! My kids LOVED it and are already asking me to make it again.

    Reply
  8. Megan says

    July 19, 2022 at 6:55 pm

    5 stars
    So easy and so incredibly tasty! This wont be the last time I am make this meal.

    Reply
  9. Gloria says

    July 18, 2022 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    I love chicken recipes. Always a hit for everyone. Love the combination of cheese in this easy to make dinner.

    Reply
  10. LaKita says

    May 30, 2022 at 10:10 am

    5 stars
    This mozzarella stuffed chicken is amazing! So crispy and perfect on the outside and gooey and cheesy on the inside.

    Reply
  11. Ramona says

    May 30, 2022 at 9:29 am

    5 stars
    This recipe looks super interesting and i am dying to give it a go for dinner tonight! Thank you for sharing this recipe, I cant wait to make it!

    Reply
  12. Erin says

    May 30, 2022 at 2:46 am

    5 stars
    I made this for dinner and the result was amazing! SO good! I’ll definitely make this again soon. Love that gooey mozzarella.

    Reply
  13. Jamie says

    May 30, 2022 at 12:49 am

    5 stars
    The mozzarella added so much cheesy flavor and I loved watching it stretch as I cut in! So delicious and flavorful!

    Reply
  14. Daniela says

    May 29, 2022 at 9:54 am

    5 stars
    I love how easy this Mozzarella stuffed chicken breast recipe is. I used gluten free bread crumbs and it was SO good!

    Reply
  15. Sean says

    May 24, 2022 at 1:12 pm

    5 stars
    This was flavorful and tender. Just the way a chicken should be. I will be making this again!

    Reply
  16. Gloria says

    May 23, 2022 at 1:44 pm

    5 stars
    I never tire of delicious chicken recipes. I know my family will love this for dinner any night of the week. Perfect for company too.

    Reply
  17. Marta says

    May 23, 2022 at 12:48 pm

    5 stars
    These mozzarella stuffed chicken breasts tastes like my favorite chicken parm without the effort. I really enjoyed how succulent the chicken was.

    Reply

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