Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAunt Mary's Kitchen & Violetta's Event SpaceGarlic Butter Stuffed Chicken W/ Crab Meat Recipe

Garlic Butter Stuffed Chicken W/ Crab Meat Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a rich garlic butter and succulent crab meat, baked to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Garlic Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Make the Stuffing

    In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, parsley, and half of the garlic butter. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.

  4. 4

    Stuff the Chicken

    Stuff each chicken breast with the crab mixture, then secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary. Brush the outside of the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Bake the Chicken

    Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. Drizzle the remaining garlic butter over the top and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.