BASIL CHICKEN OVER GREENS

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This eye-catching salad entree pairs basil-stuffed chicken breasts with sliced fennel and salad greens. "It's one of my favorite ways to serve chicken. -Marie Rizzo, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup Italian salad dressing, divided
1 package (10 ounces) Italian-blend salad greens
1 medium fennel bulb, sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped fennel fronds, optional

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; place in a large resealable plastic bag. Add 1/2 cup salad dressing; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Arrange salad greens and fennel slices on a serving platter; drizzle with remaining dressing. Cover and refrigerate., Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Place 1 tablespoon of basil on each piece of chicken; top with tomatoes. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; tie with kitchen string. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and water. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then roll in crumb mixture., In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil on all sides for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear. Slice and arrange over greens. Garnish with fennel fronds if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

udaya khatri
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This is a great dish to serve at a party.


Shihab Mahamud
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves basil chicken.


Zena Khan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort.


Tanvir Rahman Siam
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but this dish was still very good.


Khan Zeeshan
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Overall, this is a good recipe, but it could be improved with a few tweaks.


dots productions
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I would have liked the sauce to be a bit thicker.


razeon197
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste.


Thembeka Gumede
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious.


Ree juice
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Musicologo la Taverna
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can use different types of chicken, vegetables, and sauces to create a new dish every time.


GHW W/MARIO
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.


Md Akash hossein
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was very tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Ireem Rani
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful and the sauce is delicious.


muzamil jani
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the simplicity of the ingredients and the fact that it's so quick and easy to make.


Steven Leone
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Wahid Sadat
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This basil chicken is a keeper! The flavors are amazing and the chicken is so tender and juicy. I served it over a bed of greens and it was a perfect meal.