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Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast

  • Author: Kristen Barkley
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 6 1x

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

  1. 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.
  2. Begin preheating the oven to 350°.
  3. Slice the chicken breasts along one side to create a pocket in order to place the stuffing.
  4. 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.
  5. Let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving.

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