A four-ingredient stuffing adds punchy antipasto flavors and oozy, melted-cheese appeal to chicken breasts which are cooked in a skillet, then served over greens and drizzled with a fast, flavorful, warm pan sauce. It’s a quick, easy and healthful upgrade from basic chicken and greens.
Choose chicken breast halves that are about the same size, for ease of cooking.
To read the accompanying story, see: These chicken breasts are delightfully stuffed, but they won’t leave you feeling that way.
From nutritionist and cookbook author Ellie Krieger.
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Ingredients
measuring cupServings: 4
Directions
Step 1
Cut a 3-inch long pocket into the thick side of each chicken breast (without cutting all the way through to the other side).
Step 2
Combine the cheese, roasted red pepper, olives and basil in a medium bowl, to form the filling. Stuff some into the pocket of each chicken breast, using all of it. Season the outside of the chicken with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until the cheese has melted, then transfer to a plate. The chicken should be cooked through.
Step 4
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Once it's hot, add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds, then pour in the broth. Once the liquid begins to bubble at the edges, stir to dissolve any browned bits in the pan. Add the vinegar and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper, stirring to incorporate.
Step 5
To serve, divide the arugula among individual plates. Top each portion with a stuffed chicken breast, then drizzle with the pan juices. Serve warm.
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Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories
360
Fat
15 g
Saturated Fat
4 g
Carbohydrates
2 g
Sodium
400 mg
Cholesterol
150 mg
Protein
49 g
Sugar
1 g
This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.
From nutritionist and cookbook author Ellie Krieger.
Tested by Carolyn Stanek Lucy.
Published October 25, 2017
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