**A Culinary Journey into Tropical Flavors: Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pineapple Stuffing**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary creation that blends the succulent flavors of chicken with the vibrant sweetness of pineapple. Our delectable recipe for Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pineapple Stuffing offers a harmonious balance of savory and tropical notes, sure to leave you craving for more. This dish is a delightful fusion of textures, featuring tender chicken enveloped in a savory stuffing bursting with juicy pineapple chunks. Accompanied by two additional enticing recipes – Pineapple Salsa and Pineapple Coconut Rice – this meal promises an explosion of tropical flavors in every bite. Embark on a culinary adventure and let the vibrant essence of pineapple elevate your dining experience to new heights.
**3 Recipes in 1 Article:**
1. **Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pineapple Stuffing:** The star of the show, this recipe combines succulent chicken breasts stuffed with a flavorful mixture of pineapple, celery, onion, and spices. Baked to perfection, each bite offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors.
2. **Pineapple Salsa:** A refreshing and tangy condiment, this salsa features a vibrant blend of pineapple, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. Its sweet and spicy notes perfectly complement the chicken stuffing.
3. **Pineapple Coconut Rice:** Experience the tropical paradise with this aromatic rice dish. Fragrant coconut milk, pineapple chunks, and a touch of curry powder create a flavorful and exotic side dish that pairs wonderfully with the chicken and salsa.
STUFFING STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
I found this recipe in a magazine. It's an easy company dish, and I can halve it to satisfy a craving for roast chicken without more leftovers than we can ever possibly eat! -Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. In a large bowl, dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Stir in the bread crumbs, milk, herbs and celery mixture. Set aside., Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread bread crumb mixture over chicken; roll up. Secure with toothpicks., Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Melt remaining butter and brush over chicken. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°. Discard toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PINEAPPLE-STUFFED JERK CHICKEN
Tropical fruit and spices turn ordinary chicken into a trip to the islands (with a layover in the freezer).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine thyme, allspice, cayenne, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; set spice mixture aside. In a medium bowl, stir together pineapple, lime juice, scallions, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Season stuffing with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Lay chicken flat on a work surface. With a paring knife, cut a 2-inch-long slit in the thick side of each breast; insert knife, and pivot inside chicken without enlarging opening, carefully forming a deep pocket (make sure not to pierce the opposite side). Dividing evenly, tightly pack each breast with stuffing; rub exterior with oil, and sprinkle with spice mixture.
- Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; arrange chicken on sheet. Broil until chicken is opaque throughout and an instant-read thermometer inserted into stuffing reads 165 degrees, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve stuffed chicken with rice.
STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH PINEAPPLE STUFFING, MUSHROOMS, &
I Got this recipe off this site, and then I modified it to fit our taste. This is one I will make often.
Provided by misspenelope61
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1) While preparing the food soak twenty toothpicks in water to hold chicken together.
- 2) In medium bowl mix 1 Large can of Pineapple Tidbits with juice, Capers, 3 tablespoons of sliced Almonds, 1 Tablespoon Parsley, Olive Oil, & Teriyaki Sauce, Let sit while preparing the chicken breast for stuffing, about 10 minutes.
- 3) Line baking dish with Foil (for easy clean-up) and spray with Pam Non stick spray.
- 4) Trim Chicken Breast and slice pocket in chicken breast.
- 5) Wash Mushrooms, Take the juice only from the Pineapple Caper mix and soak the mushrooms in it while stuffing the chicken breast.
- 6) Mix Garlic Herb Crushed Croutons with 1 of the Large can of Pineapple Tidbits and Juice, mix until moist. (do not over moist stuffing).
- 7) Fill Pocket in chicken breast with stuffing and pineapple mix.
- 8) Place in baking dish.
- 9) Return Juice from mushrooms to Pineapple Caper mix.
- 10) Place Mushrooms between and down the sides of chicken breast.
- 11) Bake for 1 hour covered.
- 12) After 1 hour remove cover and add Tomatoes, sprinkle top with parmesan cheese, and cook for 15 more minutes.
- 13) Remove Chicken from oven and let set 5 minutes.
- Pineapple, Caper Salsa.
- 1) Heat small skillet, add butter, when butter stops bubbling and just starts to turn brown add Pineapple and caper mix and cook on medium for 3 to 5 minutes to reduce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.3, Fat 38.4, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 134.9, Sodium 1426.2, Carbohydrate 66.3, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 44.7, Protein 43.4
Tips:
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and easy stuffing.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to make a pocket in each chicken breast for the stuffing.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the pineapple stuffing mixture, taking care not to overstuff them.
- Secure the chicken breasts with toothpicks or kitchen twine to prevent the stuffing from leaking out.
- Bake the chicken breasts in a preheated oven until they are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken breasts rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Chicken breast stuffed with pineapple stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pineapple, savory chicken, and tangy stuffing makes for a flavor-packed meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that will impress your friends and family.
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