Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken Copycat

Ruth Chris stuffed chicken is a fabulous meal of seasoned chicken breast, with cheese and savory herbs inside. Not only is this baked chicken recipe inspired by Ruth’s Chris easy to make but it’s fancy enough to feel like you’re dining in the restaurant!

Have you ever eaten at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse? It’s a steak house restaurant that got its start in New Orleans, but now has over 145 locations. More than anything else, they are known worldwide for their steaks, served on sizzling platters.

Really, all of their menu items are top-notch, but there’s something extra special about their cheese stuffed chicken breast. The seasonings they use are nothing short of perfection, and the poultry is unbelievably juicy and succulent!

Why You Should Make This Recipe

1. Less expensive than dining out.
   Although their food is amazing, you definitely pay top dollar for it. The cost of meat is at an all-time high right now, but there’s no reason to miss out on your favorite restaurant dishes!

2. Quick to make.
   Our version of the dinner has the same classic flavors as Ruth’s Chris stuffed chicken, and it can be on your table in 45 minutes.

3. Impressive looking, but easy recipe.
   As part of this recipe, we’ll explain how to butterfly chicken breasts. The process sounds fancy and impressive to family and friends, but honestly, it’s just a way of creating a pocket for the fillings.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts – At the Ruth’s Chris restaurant, they actually serve a double breast. In other words, it’s both breast pieces, still connected.
  
  To make things easier, and for smaller portion sizes, we butterfly each breast for this poultry recipe. Don’t worry; further down in this post, we’ll walk you through exactly how to butterfly chicken breast.
  
• Cheese filling – The ingredients in our filling include cream cheese, shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic, and basic herbs.

There are other versions of this Ruth Chris copycat chicken recipe around the Internet. Some of them season with dry ranch powder, but the restaurant website doesn’t mention that ingredient. Instead, it mentions that their stuffed chicken is filled with garlic herb cheese.

We think the flavors we use for our version match the restaurant’s dish perfectly!

How to Butterfly Chicken Breast

1. Place your boneless skinless breast on a cutting board.

2. Use a sharp knife to cut into the breasts horizontally, stopping when the knife reaches about 7/8ths of the way through the meat.

To prevent the breast from sliding around on the cutting board, lay the palm of your hand on top of it.

Be very careful that you don’t accidentally cut your hand with the knife as it slides underneath.

3. Now, open both of the cut sides, like you’re opening a book. If you are successful, the shape will look a little bit like a butterfly.
   
   **FYI, this is where the cooking term “butterflying” comes from!

Tips for How to Make Ruth Chris Stuffed Chicken

1. Make the meal ahead, to save time!

This recipe can be prepped ahead of time for easier meal prep later.
After you add the filling, wrap the breast pieces tightly in plastic wrap. Store them in the refrigerator, and you can keep them there for up to 2 days before cooking.

2. Use your oven’s “roast” or “convection cooking” setting.

If your oven has a roast or convection roast mode, we highly recommend using it. Use 400ºF for convection roasting.

3. Avoid over stuffing.

Keep in mind that you’ll be folding the breasts in half to hold the filling in. If you use too much herb cheese mixture, when the cheeses melt, they will ooze out.

If you need them, toothpicks do a great job of holding the pockets closed.

4. Baste your stuffed poultry breasts with the herb butter before baking.

5. Baste again after 20 minutes, and check the internal temp.

After 20 minutes of roasting time, baste the tops of each breast with the buttery drippings from the pan. It helps to brown the tops perfectly.

Serving Suggestions

Technically, this is a fancy restaurant meal, so we suggest serving it with side dishes that you might find at a quality steakhouse.

The dish pairs perfectly with a mountain of creamy mashed potatoes or garlic mashed potatoes. We usually serve it with a green salad and asparagus, but green beans is another great option.

For a little extra indulgence, serve it with a side of white cheddar mac and cheese!

Storing and Reheating

Fridge. Any leftovers will keep for up to 4 days if refrigerated in an airtight container.

Freezer. After roasting, let the poultry coo. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe container. Once frozen, they should keep for up to 3 months.

Before reheating, let thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

Reheating: To reheat, place them on a baking sheet or in a baking dish. Cook in a preheated 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, or until an instant-read digital thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of the breast reaches 165°F.

Frequently Asked Questions

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