How long to cook stuffed chicken breast in oven at 425

1 Hr(s) 50 Min(s)

10 Min(s) Prep

1 Hr(s) 40 Min(s) Cook

You've heard it many times, but it bears repeating. Nothing tastes more like home than a good Roast Stuffed Chicken. This Roast Stuffed Chicken recipe is one of our favorites. It requires only five ingredients and still comes out moist, delicious and perfectly seasoned. Try it as soon as you can!

Original recipe yields 10 servings

3 Tbsp. margarine or butter, cut up

1 whole chicken or capon (5 lb.)

1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves or dried tarragon leaves

2

Mix hot water and margarine in large bowl until margarine is melted. Add stuffing mix; stir just until moistened. Set aside. (Do not stuff chicken until ready to bake.)

3

Stuff chicken lightly with prepared stuffing; close openings with skewers and string. Place, breast-side up, on rack in baking pan; sprinkle with thyme.

4

Bake 1 hour 40 min. or until chicken is done (165°F) and stuffing is heated through (165ºF), basting occasionally with pan juices.

Kitchen Tips

Tip 1

Serve with a smart side, such as your favorite hot steamed vegetables, to round out the meal.

Tip 2

Substitute a 3- to 4-lb. roasting chicken for the 5-lb. roasting chicken; stuff as directed. Spoon any remaining stuffing into small baking dish; cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake chicken 1 hour to 1 hour 20 min. or until chicken is done, basting occasionally and placing the remaining stuffing in the oven for the last 30 min. of the chicken baking time.

Tip 3

Prepare using your favorite variety of STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix.

% Daily Value*

Total Carbohydrates 13g

5%

Dietary Fiber less than 1g

2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

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Juicy, delicious Oven Baked Chicken Breast,  perfectly seasoned with a simple spice blend! Easy and quick, these baked chicken breasts could be ready on your table in 30 minutes! 

How long to cook stuffed chicken breast in oven at 425

This is an easy recipe you’ll want to make over and over again because it’s just that good….

Many of us shy away from making chicken breast because we always think it’s dry and has no flavor. But if you know how to make chicken breast right, you can have juicy oven baked chicken breast. You know what else? You can have it in only 30 minutes!

Today, I’m sharing with you my best chicken creation. Simply seasoned, perfectly baked, you can’t go wrong!

Chicken breast seasoning

I like to keep my seasoning simple! I love using paprika because I find that it gives the chicken some color, especially when using boneless skinless chicken breasts. Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper are the other key ingredients I use. Of course, you could change things up a bit, but these ingredients will flavor the chicken perfectly.

Other ingredients you could use are onion powder, use different herbs such as rosemary, tarragon, sage, all which are perfect for chicken.

How long to cook stuffed chicken breast in oven at 425

How long to bake chicken breast

At 425 F degrees (220C) chicken breasts will bake in about 20 to 25 minutes. Of course it depends on the thickness of your breasts, so thicker breast will take a bit longer and thinner breasts will take a bit less time. That’s why the best way to tell when your chicken is done is to use a meat thermometer. When the chicken reaches anywhere from 165 to 175 F degrees, it’s done.

Another way to ensure you chicken cooks at the same time, is to pound the chicken breasts so that they’re thinner and this way you can make them all the same thickness. You can use a rolling pin to do this or a meat mallet. If you use a meat mallet, I find it easier to place the chicken either in a plastic bag or between two pieces of parchment paper. This will ensure you don’t tear the breast and it stays intact.

Can I use thighs or drumsticks

Absolutely! Chicken thighs may take a bit longer to cook. Small thighs may take 25 minutes and larger thighs may take around 30 minutes. Again the best way to tell when they are done is to use the meat thermometer. When they reach 165 to 175 F degrees, they’re done!

How long to cook stuffed chicken breast in oven at 425

How to bake chicken breast

The key to cooking the perfect chicken breast is temperature and cooking time.

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 F degrees.
  2. After you mix all your seasonings together, toss the chicken with the oil and the seasoning.
  3. Grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil then press the chicken breasts in the dish and transfer to the preheated oven.
  4. Bake the chicken breasts for 22 to 25 minutes.
  5. Make sure to let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

How to serve

This chicken breast is very versatile. You can shred it and use it for tacos or burritos. You can serve it along with mashed potatoes or a great salad for a super healthy meal!

The thing is the sky is the limit to how you can serve this. You can use it to make chicken salads or sandwiches. It’s such an easy recipe, I make it at least 2 or 3 times a week.

How long to cook stuffed chicken breast in oven at 425

More easy ways to prepare chicken:

  • Harissa Roasted Chicken and Potatoes
  • Garlic Soy Chicken
  • Creamy Parmesan Orzo with Chicken and Asparagus
  • Chicken Potato Soup
  • Beer Can Chicken
  • Crockpot Cilantro Lime Chicken
  • Monterey Chicken

Craving More? Follow Along:

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 25 mins

Total : 30 mins

serves: 4

Dry Rub

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Baked Chicken

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds chicken breast boneless and skinless (about 4)

  • Heat your oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C).

  • In a small bowl whisk all the dry rub ingredients together; set aside.

  • Toss chicken breasts with olive oil and the dry rub. 

  • Place on a light greased baking dish and transfer to the oven. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes. The breast is cooked when it’s completely opaque all the way through and registers 165 to 170 F (75 C) on an instant-read thermometer.

  • Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Calories: 329kcal (16%) Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 48g (96%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Cholesterol: 145mg (48%) Sodium: 557mg (24%)Potassium: 877mg (25%)Vitamin A: 410IU (8%)Vitamin C: 2.7mg (3%)Calcium: 31mg (3%) Iron: 1.5mg (8%)

Course:Main Course

Cuisine:American

About Joanna Cismaru

I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is my blog where I share with you my culinary adventures. Here you will find a variety of recipes using simple everyday ingredients and creating wonderful, delicious and comforting meals, including some decadent desserts. Find me on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

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How long does chicken have to bake at 425?

At 425 F degrees (220C) chicken breasts will bake in about 20 to 25 minutes. Of course it depends on the thickness of your breasts, so thicker breast will take a bit longer and thinner breasts will take a bit less time. That's why the best way to tell when your chicken is done is to use a meat thermometer.

Is it better to cook chicken at 400 or 425?

You can roast or bake anywhere between 325 and 450 degrees F. When roasting a whole chicken, a nice rule of them is to start at 400 to 425 degrees F and then turn the oven down to 350 after 15 minutes and cook until the internal temp of the chicken is 165 – 175 degrees F on an instant read thermometer.

Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 425?

You can roast a chicken at almost any temperature. It all depends on what you are looking for. For extremely tender, fall off the bone meat and soft skin, roast between 300 and 350 degrees. For firmer meat and crisp skin, roast the chicken around 425 degrees F.

What temperature should Stuffed chicken be?

STUFFED POULTRY COOKING TIMES Cook poultry and stuffing to a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer. For whole poultry, check the internal temperature in the thigh, the wing, the thickest part of the breast, and the center of the stuffing.