Easy Gourmet Ruth’s Chris Stuffed Chicken Recipe
A juicy, creamy, cheese-stuffed chicken breast inspired by the famous Ruth’s Chris dish—baked to perfection in under an hour for a rich, gourmet meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
2–4 large chicken breasts
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Paprika, for sprinkling
1 tbsp butter or oil (for searing)
Optional: chopped parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking dish.
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar, ranch mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs.
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Fill pockets with cheese mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Optional: Sear in butter 2 min per side for golden color.
- Transfer to baking dish and bake 25–30 minutes, until cooked through.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs.
Notes
Use thick chicken breasts for easier stuffing. Don’t overstuff. Let cream cheese soften for easy mixing.