Cheesy Basil-Stuffed Chicken with Peppers & Olives

Mozzarella Chicken with Peppers and Olives Recipe

Description: This delectable Mozzarella Chicken with Peppers and Olives recipe is a delightful creation sourced from a Prevention cooking book. Perfect for those following a low-carb regimen, it’s packed with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, it’s quick and easy to whip up, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Your mother is sure to love it for its burst of flavor and low carb content.

• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 303.5
• Nutritional Information per Serving:
  • Fat: 17.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.6g
  • Cholesterol: 98.3mg
  • Sodium: 754.2mg
  • Carbohydrates: 2.9g
  • Fiber: 0.9g
  • Sugar: 1.1g
  • Protein: 32.2g

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 4 tsp dried basil
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese, sliced
• ¼ cup smoked mozzarella cheese, sliced
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/3 cup kalamata olives

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).

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2. Prepare Chicken: Carefully make a 3-inch pocket lengthwise in each piece of chicken breast.

3. Stuff with Cheese and Basil: Take the fresh basil leaves and wrap them with the mozzarella and smoked mozzarella cheese slices. Fold the cheese and basil bundles and stuff them into the pockets you created in the chicken breasts. Secure the pockets with toothpicks. Season the chicken pockets with half of the salt and pepper.

4. Cook Peppers: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced green and red bell peppers to the skillet. Season with the remaining salt, pepper, and dried basil. Sauté the peppers until they start to brown, approximately 4-5 minutes.

5. Brown Chicken: Push the sautéed peppers to the side of the skillet and add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned.

6. Add Broth and Olives: Once the chicken is browned, stir in the chicken broth and kalamata olives.

7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake the chicken, uncovered, until it’s cooked through in the center, turning it once or twice during cooking. This should take around 20 minutes.

8. Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, arrange it on a serving plate and top it with the peppers and olives along with the juices from the pan.

Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying Mozzarella Chicken with Peppers and Olives dish with your family and friends. It’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a special weekend gathering. Plus, with its low carb content, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy any time! 🍽️🌶️🧀