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Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken Recipe features chicken breasts filled with cream cheese and cheddar.
Prep Time 13 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 skin-on chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 3 tablespoons creamy ranch dressing
  • 2 handfuls shredded cheddar cheese
  • Large pinch of salt and black pepper
  • Splash of alcohol-free Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 440°F (225°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar, Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper until thick and well combined. Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
  • Place each chicken breast skin-side down. Carefully cut a pocket into the thickest part without slicing all the way through.
  • Remove the cheese mixture from the fridge. Shape a portion into a log and gently stuff it into each chicken pocket.
  • Secure the opening with wooden toothpicks and fold the flap closed.
  • Flip the chicken skin-side up. Season generously with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken pocket-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is golden and crisp.
  • Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks and slice carefully.
  • This Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken Recipe is best served hot while the cheesy filling is creamy and melted.

Notes

• You may substitute mozzarella for a milder cheese flavor.