Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Description: Dive into the savory indulgence of Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts, a delectable dish that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. With tender chicken breasts enveloping a rich, cheesy filling, each bite is a burst of flavor that will leave you craving more. This recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for impressing guests with its gourmet appeal.
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Cheese, Meat, Very Low Carbs, < 60 Mins, Oven, Stove Top
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 4 |
| Butter | 1 tbsp |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Onion | 1 |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Sun-dried tomato | 1 |
| Fresh parsley | 1/3 cup |
| Fresh basil | 1/3 cup |
| Cheese | 2 cups |
| Cayenne pepper | 1-2 pinch |
| Chicken broth | 1 1/2 cups |
| White wine | 1/2 cup |
| Broth | 1/2 cup |
| Green onion | 2 stalks |
| Pepper | To taste |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 408.8
- Fat Content: 22.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 103.2mg
- Sodium Content: 704.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 36.7g
Cooking Instructions:
- Begin by heating a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, then sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, which should take about 3-4 minutes. Once done, set aside and allow to cool.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sautéed onion and garlic mixture with the remaining stuffing ingredients, including chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh parsley, fresh basil, shredded cheese, and a pinch or two of cayenne pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly.
- Using a rolling pin or meat pounder, gently flatten each chicken breast to an even thickness.
- Divide the prepared stuffing equally among the chicken breasts, placing it in the center of each.
- Carefully roll up the chicken breasts, ensuring that the stuffing is enclosed within. Secure the rolls with toothpicks to hold them together.
- In the same frying pan used for the onions and garlic, add 1 tablespoon each of olive oil and butter.
- Over medium-high heat, brown the stuffed chicken breasts on all sides, turning them several times to ensure even cooking. This should take approximately 5 minutes.
- Once the chicken is nicely browned, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and let the chicken simmer for an additional 10 minutes, turning occasionally to cook evenly.
- After simmering, remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
- Increase the heat to high, then add the sauce ingredients to the pan juices, including chicken broth, white wine, and additional broth if needed. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, creating a flavorful sauce.
- Once the sauce has thickened, slice each stuffed chicken breast into 4 pieces and arrange them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the prepared sauce over the sliced chicken breasts, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and green onions, if desired, and serve hot.
Enjoy your Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts with a side of your favorite vegetables or a crisp salad for a satisfying and delicious meal that’s sure to impress! 🍗🧀🌿
