Name: Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 4 T Olive Oil; 1/2 c Onion, chopped; 6 Cloves Garlic, chopped; 2 c Spinach; 1/4 c Fresh Basil; 4 T Sun-Dried Tomatoes, finely chopped; 4 t Lemon Pepper; 1 c Crumbled Goat Cheese or sheep cheese; 6 Boneless Chicken Breasts

Description

This Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is a beautiful dish that is perfect for special occasions and family meals. Customize the stuffing with spices, nuts or ingredients that you may prefer more to spice it up!

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Ingredients

4 T Olive Oil
1/2 c Onion, chopped
6 Cloves Garlic, chopped
2 c Spinach
1/4 c Fresh Basil
4 T Sun-Dried Tomatoes, finely chopped
4 t Lemon Pepper
1 c Crumbled Goat Cheese or sheep cheese
6 Boneless Chicken Breasts

Instructions

In medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil; add in and cook onion and garlic over medium heat for 4 minutes. Mix in spinach, basil, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts and 2 teaspoon lemon pepper. Cook additional 3 minutes until spinach is wilted. Mix in feta cheese and set aside.
Begin preheating the oven to 350°.
Slice the chicken breasts along one side to create a pocket in order to place the stuffing.
Brush the chicken with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with lemon pepper. Place in large glass dish and bake in oven at 350°F for 25 minutes until done.
Let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving.