Best 20 Feta Stuffed Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our succulent Feta-Stuffed Chicken, a delightful dish that harmonizes Mediterranean flavors with tender chicken breasts. This recipe tantalizes your taste buds with a tantalizing blend of tangy feta cheese, aromatic herbs, and juicy tomatoes, all enveloped in a crispy golden-brown crust.

Prepare to embark on a feta cheese adventure as we present three irresistible variations of this dish: the classic Feta-Stuffed Chicken, a sun-dried tomato-infused version, and a spinach and artichoke-packed delight. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, catering to diverse preferences.

In the classic Feta-Stuffed Chicken recipe, juicy chicken breasts are meticulously sliced and filled with a delectable feta cheese mixture, ensuring an explosion of flavor in every bite. The sun-dried tomato variation adds a vibrant twist with the incorporation of sun-dried tomatoes, imparting a tangy and savory dimension to the dish. And for those who adore the combination of spinach and artichoke, the third recipe delivers a delectable treat with a filling of these ingredients, offering a delightful and nutritious twist.

Whichever variation you choose, be prepared to savor a delectable dish that will leave you craving more. The Feta-Stuffed Chicken is not only a flavor sensation but also a visually appealing dish, perfect for impressing your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on this culinary adventure with us!

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN



Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken image

My chicken bundles are simple, clean and comforting. Serve them with wild rice and green beans for one of our favorite meals. -Jim Knepper, Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces fresh spinach (about 10 cups)
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon chicken seasoning
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook and stir spinach over medium-high heat until wilted. Stir in vinegar, sugar and pepper; cool slightly., Pound chicken thighs with a meat mallet to flatten slightly; sprinkle with chicken seasoning. Top chicken with spinach mixture and cheese. Roll up chicken from a long side; tie securely with kitchen string. , In an ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; add chicken and brown on all sides. Transfer to oven; roast until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°, 13-15 minutes., Remove chicken from pan; keep warm. On stovetop, add broth and butter to skillet; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Cook until slightly thickened, 3-5 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COUSCOUS STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH FETA, SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND KALAMATA OLIVES



Couscous Stuffed Chicken Breast with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives image

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
4 tablespoons kalamata olives, chopped
2 cups chicken stock
1 (10-ounce) box couscous
Salt and pepper
1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled
4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 lemon, juiced
6 tablespoons julienned sun-dried tomatoes
4 tablespoons roughly chopped kalamata olives
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 pound feta cheese, crumbled, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the couscous: In saucepan over medium heat add olive oil, when hot, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and saute a few minutes more. Add olives and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the box of couscous, turn off heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork, and season with salt and pepper. Spread 2 cups on large plate, add in 1/2 pound feta, and let cool. Keep the remaining hot to serve with chicken. (Put in covered casserole and reheat in oven last 10 minutes with chicken.)
  • For the chicken: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Trim chicken with a boning knife, if needed. Start at top of breast and carefully make a lengthwise cut from top to bottom and making a pocket about 2 inches, making sure not to pierce the other side of the breast. When couscous is cool enough to handle, carefully spoon couscous mixture into pocket. Even out the stuffing by gently moving it around with your hands. Wipe off any excess couscous from outside of breasts and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in saute pan and brown off both sides of chicken. Place chicken on baking sheet and place in oven for 20 minutes.
  • While chicken is baking, make the sauce.
  • For the sauce: In saute pan that you cooked chicken breasts in, heat and add garlic. Deglaze with white wine and add lemon juice. Reduce by one third. Add in sun-dried tomatoes, let reduce for 2 to 3 minutes, add the olives, turn off heat, add the butter and stir to combine.
  • To serve, place couscous from oven on plate, cut chicken breast in half, top with sauce, crumble remaining feta cheese over.

FETA AND BACON STUFFED CHICKEN WITH ONION MASHED POTATOES



Feta and Bacon Stuffed Chicken with Onion Mashed Potatoes image

Not for anyone watching their diet. A wonderful flavor filled meal that really fills you up. I took ideas from a few other recipes on here and I made it my own. Simply delicious!

Provided by danielle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Breaded

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ pound bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons sour cream
⅛ tablespoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup dry bread crumbs
4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned but still soft. Reserve the bacon grease in the skillet, and cool the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cool, mix the bacon together with the feta cheese, 3 tablespoons of sour cream, oregano, and black pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Lay a chicken breast flat onto your work surface. Use the tip of a sharp boning or paring knife to cut a 2-inch pocket in the chicken breast. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts. Spoon the bacon mixture into the pockets. Pour the flour, egg, and bread crumbs into separate, shallow dishes. Gently press the chicken breasts into the flour to coat. Dip each into the beaten egg, then press into bread crumbs.
  • Reheat the bacon grease over medium heat. Brown the chicken breasts on both sides in the hot fat, about 2 minutes per side. Reserve the bacon grease in the pan. Place the breasts on a baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink and the filling is hot, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.
  • While the potatoes are boiling, cook the onion in the remaining bacon grease over medium heat until very tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Once the potatoes are done, mash together with the onion, butter, and remaining 3 tablespoons of sour cream. Serve the chicken breasts accompanied by the mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1497.9 calories, Carbohydrate 118.9 g, Cholesterol 343.3 mg, Fat 84.2 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 64.7 g, SaturatedFat 35.5 g, Sodium 1960.6 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

FETA-STUFFED CHICKEN



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When my husband and I were first married, I only knew how to make a few meals that we'd rotate throughout the week. After some experimenting, I created this mouthwatering stuffed chicken recipe that's still a favorite today.-Lisa Herbert, Wadsworth, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese, divided
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 plum tomatoes, sliced
8 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Place a tablespoon of feta cheese on each chicken breast half; roll up and secure with toothpicks. Coat with bread crumbs. Place seam side down in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Immediately drizzle vinegar and oil over chicken. Discard toothpicks. Garnish with tomatoes and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 733mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

FETA AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO STUFFED CHICKEN



Feta and Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffed Chicken image

This is an easy stuffed chicken breast that is absolutely yummy. I listed the olives as optional because I do not like olives, but I have made it with them for my husband (who loves olives) and he said it was very good. This dish goes really nicely with couscous and a Greek-style salad.

Provided by Alyssa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Greek seasoning
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
6 chopped sun-dried tomatoes
10 pitted and coarsely chopped kalamata olives
1 tablespoon oil from the sun-dried tomatoes
4 strips roasted red pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, Greek seasoning, and lemon zest in a bowl. Pound the chicken breasts between sheets of wax paper or plastic wrap to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Marinate the chicken in the lemon marinade at least 30 minutes. Meanwhile, stir together the feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and 1 tablespoon of oil from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Divide the stuffing mixture onto each piece of chicken. Fold the edges of the chicken over the filling, and secure with toothpicks. Place onto a baking dish, seam-side down, and place two roasted pepper strips onto each stuffed breast.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink, about 30 minutes. Remember to remove the toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 147.3 mg, Fat 65.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 2641.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CHICKEN BREAST STUFFED WITH FETA CHEESE, SUN-DRIED TOMATO



Chicken Breast Stuffed With Feta Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato image

A stuffed chicken breast where the sweetness of the sun-dried tomatoes harmonizes with the saltiness of the Feta cheese.

Provided by Terrence Maguire

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
6 garlic cloves, minced
5 large sun-dried tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon thyme
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled finely
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (I use Italian style)
olive oil
salt
pepper
toothpick (or Butcher String)
green onion, chopped (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Sauté garlic and red bell pepper, in Olive Oil, for about 3 minutes (just enough to"combine" the flavors).
  • Put aside to cool.
  • In a bowl, combine Feta cheese, breadcrumbs, thyme, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic and red pepper mixture.
  • Toss until well mixed (this will be your "stuffing").
  • Lay a flattened piece of chicken breast on a cutting board or your counter.
  • Put a 1/4 of the above mixture on the flattened chicken breast like you would be making a burrito and roll as tight as you can get it.
  • Secure it with a toothpick or butcher string.
  • Place chicken breast "roll" on a baking sheet (I spray it with Pam so it doesn't stick), brush with olive oil (this gives it a nice golden brown texture), and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook for about 35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 180°F.
  • I guess you could try it on a grill, but I never attempted it yet!
  • Garnish with chopped green onion and serve hot.

BACON-FETA STUFFED CHICKEN



Bacon-Feta Stuffed Chicken image

Chicken breasts are incredibly versatile, and I think feta cheese is so underrated. You can buy feta in so many different flavors...basil and tomato is our favorite.-Vicki Smith, Okeechobee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Carefully cut a slit in the deepest part of each chicken breast. Fill with bacon and cheese; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil., Drain one can of tomatoes; add to skillet. Stir in the remaining tomatoes; sprinkle with basil. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, and the tomato mixture is thickened, 5 minutes longer. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 766mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH-FETA STUFFED CHICKEN



Spinach-Feta Stuffed Chicken image

Once the stuffed chicken breasts are browned in a skillet, cooking them in microwave gets them done quickly. Be sure to check each piece of chicken--particularly those in the center of the baking dish--to be sure that each of them is cooked through.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
5 ounces crumbled feta cheese, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with onions, undrained
Hot cooked pasta, optional

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Combine spinach and 1/2 cup feta cheese; spoon down the center of each chicken breast half. Fold chicken over filling and secure with toothpicks. Combine the flour, oregano, salt and pepper; rub over chicken. , In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil on all sides. Discard toothpicks. Place chicken in a greased shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Top with tomatoes and remaining feta cheese. , Cover and microwave on high for 18-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and cheese is melted. Serve over pasta if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BACON AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



Bacon and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast image

The title says it all-five ingredients, quick prep time, and tasty.

Provided by Stephen Wallace

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 slices bacon
½ cup crumbled feta
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Let cool, then crumble into small pieces.
  • Mix bacon and feta together in small bowl.
  • Cut a 2 to 3 inch slit lengthwise in the side of the chicken breast creating a pocket, and fill with mixture. Secure shut with toothpicks.
  • Place chicken in slow cooker, then add tomatoes and basil.
  • Cook on High until chicken is no longer pink in the middle, about three hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 33.7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 710.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

FETA CHEESE AND BACON STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



Feta Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Chicken Breasts image

I got this from the South Beach Diet cookbook. I thought it was delicious and very filling. And it really smells up the kitchen nice.

Provided by sheri77

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
4 crushed garlic cloves
1 tablespoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped turkey bacon (cooked)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Butterfly cut the chicken.
  • mix together feta and bacon.
  • stuff each breast with feta and bacon mixture. secure sides of chicken with toothpicks (if needed).
  • Pour oil mixture over top of breasts.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 - 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.2, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 138.1, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 25.3

APPLE, CRANBERRY, AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



Apple, Cranberry, and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast image

Make and share this Apple, Cranberry, and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jessmill101

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

water
1 small tart apple, peeled and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 shallot, diced
1/4 cup low-fat feta
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 4 to 6 ounces each
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon water in a skillet over medium high heat. Cook the diced apple until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cooked apple, cranberries, shallots, feta and a splash of the chicken stock and set aside.
  • Cut a deep horizontal pocket in the side of each chicken breast. Make the pocket as large as you can without piercing the top or bottom of the breast. Place 1/4 of the apple mixture in the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure the pocket with toothpicks threading along the side to close.
  • Heat the remaing 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a heavy oven-proof skillet until it begins to smoke. Cook each side of the chicken until golden brown.
  • Add the vinegar and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and gently simmer the chicken for 2 or 3 minutes per side until cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and keep warm. Continue to cook the sauce until it is reduced to a thick syrup.
  • Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the sauce over each chicken breast to serve.

SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breasts image

This a very simple recipe to throw together and it tastes delicious. I just served ours over a salad but it would also work sliced over pasta with a sauce.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 38m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 chicken breasts
4 sun-dried tomatoes, sliced in half
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
80 -100 g feta cheese, sliced (depending on size of breasts)
4 -6 slices prosciutto, to secure chicken (depending on the width of each slice)

Steps:

  • Pre-Heat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
  • Slice breasts and open out, using a meat mallet pound breasts, until of approximate even thickness.
  • Spread pesto down center of each breast, place sliced sun-dried tomato down the center, top with feta, roll chicken breasts up and secure with prosciutto slices.
  • Place breasts in an oven proof dish, drizzle olive oil over breasts and bake for about 30-35 Min's or until cooked through.

GREEK YOGURT, SPINACH, AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN RECIPE - (4/5)



Greek Yogurt, Spinach, and Feta Stuffed Chicken Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-166036

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 ounces frozen leaf spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry
1 cup plain Greek nonfat yogurt
1/2 cup reduced fat feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
Non-stick cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In a medium bowl, combine spinach, yogurt, feta cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix well. Set aside. Slit chicken breasts at the wide end, inserting knife as far into the breasts as possible, creating a pocket for stuffing. Carefully stuff each breast with half of the spinach, yogurt and cheese mixture so that each breast is plump. Stop stuffing once the mixture begins to drip out of the slit end. Set aside any remaining spinach mixture. Lightly grease a baking sheet or shallow casserole dish with cooking spray. Place stuffed breasts in pan and brush each with olive oil, then season with remaining salt and pepper. If there is leftover spinach, yogurt and cheese mixture, spread it over the top of the breasts after they are brushed with oil and seasoned. Bake 45 to 50 minutes, or until the juices run clear. Let chicken stand for 5 to 15 minutes, then cut each breast into fourths. Enjoy.

COUSCOUS STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH FETA & SUN-DRIED TOMATO



Couscous Stuffed Chicken Breast With Feta & Sun-Dried Tomato image

Recipe courtesy Guy Fieri, 2008 Show: Guy's Big Bite Episode: Mediterranean Marination Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/guys-big-bite-/couscous-stuffed-chicken-breast-with-feta-sun-dried-tomatoes-and-kalamata-olives-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

Provided by Melanie W.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
2 cups chicken stock
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
salt and pepper
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 lemon, juiced
6 tablespoons julienned sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 lb feta cheese, crumbled, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the couscous:.
  • Directions.
  • In saucepan over medium heat add olive oil, when hot, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and saute a few minutes more. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add the box of couscous, turn off heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork, and season with salt and pepper. Spread 2 cups on large plate, add in 1/2 pound feta, and let cool. Keep the remaining hot to serve with chicken. (Put in covered casserole and reheat in oven last 10 minutes with chicken.).
  • For the chicken:.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Trim chicken with a boning knife, if needed. Start at top of breast and carefully make a lengthwise cut from top to bottom and making a pocket about 2 inches, making sure not to pierce the other side of the breast. When couscous is cool enough to handle, carefully spoon couscous mixture into pocket. Even out the stuffing by gently moving it around with your hands. Wipe off any excess couscous from outside of breasts and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in saute pan and brown off both sides of chicken. Place chicken on baking sheet and place in oven for 20 minutes.
  • While chicken is baking, make the sauce.
  • For the sauce:.
  • In saute pan that you cooked chicken breasts in, heat and add garlic. Deglaze with white wine and add lemon juice. Reduce by one third. Add in sun-dried tomatoes, let reduce for 2 to 3 minutes, turn off heat, add the butter and stir to combine.
  • To serve, place couscous from oven on plate, cut chicken breast in half, top with sauce, crumble remaining feta cheese over.

FETA STUFFED PESTO CHICKEN



Feta Stuffed Pesto Chicken image

This is a few different recipes thrown together. I had a bunch of feta cheese that needed to be used and we really wanted a chicken dinner. This is what we up with.

Provided by Wrecks143

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup feta cheese
1/2 a diced tomato
2 tablespoons diced onions
2 garlic cloves
1/2 jalapeno pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
salt and pepper
3/4 cup pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350.
  • In a bowl, combine feta, tomato, onion, garlic, jalapeno, oregano, basil salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut into the fatest part of each breast and create a pocket. Be careful not to cut straight through.
  • Put the pesto in a large ziplock bag and place the chicken in with it. Mix it around until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
  • Place the coated chicken in a greased glass pan.
  • Stuff the feta mix into the pockets of each chicken breast.
  • Arrange the chicken so the openings of the pockets are on an angle (facing upward) so once they start baking the mix doesn't ooze out.
  • Cook for 45 minutes.

STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FETA, SPINACH, AND HAM



Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Feta, Spinach, and Ham image

Make and share this Stuffed Chicken Breasts With Feta, Spinach, and Ham recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CareCook

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, tenderized (butterfly breasts from Alwans, they will tenderize for you)
salt & pepper, to taste
3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
8 slices ham, thin

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with salt & pepper.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese and feta with a fork.
  • Fill the chicken breast with the cheese mixture, spinach, and ham. (If you are using butterfly breasts, just fold over and secure with a toothpick. Otherwise make a split along one side of the breast with a knife & stuff the breast).
  • To Freeze: Wrap individually, label, and freeze.
  • To Prepare: Preheat oven to 350. Place frozen chicken breasts in a baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray and bake, covered with foil, for one hour or until tender. You can also defrost the chicken breasts and bake them covered for 45-50 min or until tender.

BACON AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS



Bacon and Feta stuffed chicken breasts image

My daughter, Janice, gave me this recipe. I love feta cheese so I knew that this recipe would be a keeper for me. (I would also add some chopped, squeezed spinach for something different)

Provided by Lucille Hoerle

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lb chicken breast flattened
salt & pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
1 Tbsp feta cheese per breast
1 tsp bacon (fried and broken into small pieces) per breast

Steps:

  • 1. On each flattened chicken breast, put on garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste. Put on the feta and then the bacon and roll up and insert a toothpick. Brown slowly in fry pan with some oil. In same pan, add 1 can of chopped tomatoes with the juice to surround the chicken. Sprinkle basil over the breasts and cover and cook for 10 mins or until done.

BASIL & FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



Basil & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast image

This is a recipe that I found in a low fat cookbook and have modified slightly. It is a very tasty and light meal, with a rich and savory texture

Provided by Kenzie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup feta cheese
2 tablespoons neufchatel cheese (light cream cheese)
1/2 cup chopped roma tomato
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
1 teaspoon paprika
salt & fresh ground pepper
4 -8 toothpicks, to hold prepared stuffing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine feta, cream cheese, tomatos and basil, season with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Be sure chicken breasts are even thickness, spread cheese mixture along rough side of chicken breast and roll breasts, secure with toothpick.
  • Coat outside of chicken breast with olive oil and again season with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Heat oil in a nonstick skillet, add chicken cook until brown on all sides, then add 1 cup chicken broth and simmer until chicken is cooked through, and juices run clear.
  • Remove chicken and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, add 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a boil, add spinach and cook until just limp.
  • To serve, divide the spinach among 4 plates and add chicken breasts to top,
  • Add a bit of zest with fresh lemon juice on top of plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.5, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 76.8, Sodium 280.4, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 33.5

FETA-STUFFED CHICKEN



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This dish can be prepared and on the table in under an hour. I love feta cheese, and the drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar just before serving really sets this recipe up! Quick and easy, but delicious! Credit goes to Lisa Herbert.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 6-oz breasts)
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese, divided
1 cup breadcrumbs, italian seasoned
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 plum tomatoes, sliced
fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness. Place a tablespoon of crumbled feta cheese on each chicken breast; roll up and secure with toothpicks. Coat with the seasoned bread crumbs.
  • Place seam side down in a greased 13x9x2 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the remaining feta cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until the chicken juices run clear. Combine the balsamic vinegar and olive oil, and drizzle over the chicken. Discard the toothpicks. Garnish with sliced plum tomatoes and fresh basil.

FETA AND PESTO STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST



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Make and share this Feta and Pesto Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe from Food.com.

Provided by brittoneill07

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 Chicken Breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh basil

Steps:

  • 1. To make stuffing, combine feta, pesto and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
  • 2. Make a pocket in side of each chicken breast by inserting sharp paring knife into thickest part and gently cutting back and forth until a small chamber opens; do not cut all the way through breasts. Enlarge pockets gently with your fingers. Spoon about 2 tablespoons stuffing into each pocket. Close pockets with wooden toothpicks and sprinkle breasts with another 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • 3, Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, 6-7 minutes per side. Remove toothpicks and sprinkle breasts with basil,.

Tips:

  • To ensure the chicken breasts are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C) before removing them from the oven.
  • If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute another type of soft cheese, such as goat cheese or cream cheese. You could also use a combination of cheeses.
  • To make the chicken breasts even more flavorful, you can marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before cooking.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can cook the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to cover the skillet so that the chicken cooks evenly.

Conclusion:

This feta-stuffed chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make main course that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender chicken, tangy feta cheese, and flavorful herbs makes this dish a surefire hit. Whether you are serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

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