Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing stuffed chicken breasts, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. These plump chicken breasts are skillfully crafted with a delectable filling of creamy fontina cheese, briny artichoke hearts, and sun-kissed tomatoes, culminating in a juicy and flavorful experience.
Our recipe collection features three variations of this culinary masterpiece, each offering a unique twist on the classic. The first recipe showcases a traditional preparation, where the stuffed chicken breasts are seared to perfection and then finished in the oven, resulting in a succulent and golden-brown dish.
The second recipe introduces a tantalizing twist, enveloping the chicken breasts in a crispy and aromatic bacon weave. This technique adds an irresistible smoky flavor and a satisfying crunch to every bite.
Finally, the third recipe takes a lighter approach, presenting pan-seared chicken breasts stuffed with the irresistible trio of fontina, artichokes, and sun-dried tomatoes. This version offers a healthier alternative while maintaining the delectable flavors of the original.
No matter your preference, these stuffed chicken breast recipes guarantee a delightful and memorable dining experience. Gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary journey together!
CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND SUNDRIED TOMATOES
Sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese give this simple chicken dish a delightfully different twist.
Provided by Bren
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil for 1 minute. Add chicken; cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir chicken broth, artichoke hearts with juice, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper into chicken mixture; cover skillet and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 10 more minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to a platter; spoon chicken mixture over pasta. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.9 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1722 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH FONTINA, ARTICHOKES, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Provided by Amy Finley
Categories Chicken Tomato Bake Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Dinner Artichoke Healthy Fontina Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix artichokes, cheese, tomatoes, and basil in medium bowl. Using small sharp knife and working with 1 chicken breast at a time, cut 2-inch-long slit horizontally into 1 side of chicken breast. Move knife back and forth in slit to form pocket. Divide 1 cup cheese mixture among chicken pockets (reserve remainder for frittata). Press edges to seal. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes. Turn chicken over; transfer skillet to oven. Bake until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
SUN-DRIED TOMATO STUFFED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, ball of mozzarella, sun-dried tomato, fresh basil leaf, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, cocktail stick
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F, Gas Mark 6 (200°C.)
- Dice the mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces and tear the basil leaves.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper and dried oregano.
- Cut a very deep slit lengthways into the chicken, but do not cut all the way through - spread it out a bit if necessary to give you more room to work with.
- Stuff to the brim with the fillings
- Use a few cocktail sticks to hold the chicken together and place on a baking tray.
- Pour a tablespoon of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes jar over each chicken breast.
- Bake in the center of the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and the juices run clear.
- Remove the cocktail sticks.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 0 grams
CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH FONTINA, ARTICHOKES AND SUN-DRIED T
Makes a lovely presentation without too much effort. Taken from February 2008's Bon Appetit. Recipe makes extra stuffing which can be used in a couple extra breasts or sprinkle over eggs in a frittata.
Provided by 5thCourse
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Mix artichokes, cheese, tomatoes and basil together.
- Using a small sharp knife, cut a 2-inch slit in each chicken breast horizontally along one side. Move knife back and forth inside the slit to create a pocket.
- Divide one cup of stuffing among the four breasts.
- Press edges to seal and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Heat about two tablespoons oil over high heat in ovenproof skillet. Cook chicken two minutes.
- Turn chicken over and transfer skillet to oven. Bake until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
Steps:
- Make 2-inch-long deep cut with knife parallel to cutting board in center of each chicken breast half to form pocket. Evenly stuff pockets with cheese and tomatoes; secure with wooden toothpicks. Sprinkle, if desired, with salt and pepper. Dip chicken breasts in flour.
- Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 30 seconds. Stir in Sauce and simmer covered 6 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Remove toothpicks. Serve, if desired, over hot steamed escarole or spinach.
ARTICHOKE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST
Steps:
- In a saute pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil. When the oil is hot add the onions and saute until translucent. Stir in the artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes. Saute for 3 to 5 minutes, then add the salt, pepper and garlic. When the garlic begins to lightly brown, deglaze with 1/4 cup of the white wine. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the butter, allow it to melt, then toss in the Parmesan and parsley.
- Remove from the heat and allow to cool before stuffing the chicken breast.
- Rinse, trim and pound out chicken breasts to about 1/4-inch thick. Do not over-pound as holes in the chicken will make it difficult for the chicken to retain the stuffing.
- Put 1/4 of the stuffing mixture at 1 end of a chicken breast. Gentle roll the chicken breast folding the ends in to help keep the stuffing from coming out during the cooking process. Secure the chicken roll with 2 toothpicks. Repeat with remaining chicken breasts and stuffing.
- Heat the 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil in a medium saute pan over high heat. Add the chicken breasts, with the secured side of the chicken first, to insure the roll with stay together. Brown the chicken on all sides, add remaining butter, and deglaze with remaining white wine.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 10 minutes.
- Remove the chicken to a cutting board and discard the toothpicks. Slice each breast on a bias into 5 pieces and transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with remaining pan drippings, garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan and serve.
CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH FONTINA AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SAUCE
Make and share this Chicken Breasts Stuffed With Fontina and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- TO MAKE CHICKEN:
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast.
- Place the cheese, sun-dried tomato, and basil in the pocket. In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat the oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, then lightly dredge them in flour.
- Sauté the chicken breasts until lightly browned on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- FOR TOMATO SAUCE:.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil.
- Add the shallots and sauté for 1 minute.
- Then add the garlic and the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, and bring it to a boil, and continue boiling until the liquid is reduced to half the original volume, about 3/4 cup.
- Place the mixture in a blender.
- Add the basil and cayenne, then process until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 67.1, Sodium 867, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 24.4
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you save time and avoid scrambling around in the kitchen.
- Seasoning Properly: Don't be afraid to add salt and pepper to your dish. This will help enhance the flavors of the ingredients and make your dish more flavorful.
- Cook Chicken Thoroughly: Make sure to cook the chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). This will ensure that the chicken is safe to eat.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your dish. Use the best ingredients you can afford.
- Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Be careful not to cook the chicken for too long.
- Let the Chicken Rest: After cooking the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Chicken breasts stuffed with fontina, artichokes, and sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to impress your guests. This dish is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
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