Juicy, tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy broccoli and cheddar filling make this an easy weeknight dinner that feels like comfort food without the extra WW Points. Every bite is loaded with melty cheese, colorful veggies, and bold flavor while staying high in protein and incredibly satisfying.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
WW Points: 3 Points per Serving
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Filling
- 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped and lightly steamed
- ½ cup fat-free shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
- ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- ½ red bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully cut a deep pocket into each chicken breast without slicing all the way through.
- In a bowl, combine the broccoli, fat-free cheddar, reduced-fat cheddar, light cream cheese, Greek yogurt, bell pepper, green onions, and garlic. Mix until creamy.
- Stuff each chicken breast generously with the broccoli mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Rub the outside of each chicken breast with olive oil, then season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 3 WW Points per serving
- Over 40 grams of protein
- Creamy, cheesy filling without heavy cream
- Family-friendly and meal-prep approved
- Naturally low in carbs
- Ready in under an hour
Helpful Tips
- Steam the broccoli just until tender so it doesn’t release too much moisture.
- Secure the chicken with toothpicks to keep the filling inside while baking.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing so the filling stays creamy.
- Add chopped spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables without significantly changing the WW Points.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze fully cooked stuffed chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Air Fryer Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (188°C).
Cook for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 248
- Protein: 43g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 102mg
- Sodium: 395mg
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the brands of ingredients used.
