Sweet Heat Blackberry Jalapeño Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling

• ½ cup fresh or frozen blackberries
• 1 small jalapeño, seeds removed and finely chopped
• 2 oz cream cheese or goat cheese
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Optional Garnish

Fresh thyme or parsley

Extra blackberrie

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

In a small bowl, mix blackberries, jalapeño, cream cheese, honey, and thyme until well combined.

Stuff each chicken breast with the blackberry-jalapeño mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.

Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden.

Transfer skillet to the oven and bake 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).

Remove toothpicks, drizzle with any pan juices, and garnish with fresh thyme and extra blackberries. Serve warm.

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving – serves 2)

Calories: 370 kcal

Protein: 36 g

Carbohydrates: 12 g

Fat: 20 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 8 g