CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH PESTO AND CHEESE

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I found this recipe on another website and modified it suit our liking. Some of the "stuffing" may spill out while cooking, but can be incorporated in the sauce. Easy and delicious

Provided by Lusil

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness
1/2 cup boursin cheese
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce, plus
4 teaspoons prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
flour
salt and pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine Boursin, 1/3 cup of pesto and onions in a small bowl.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons of boursin mixture on one side of each flattened chicken breast (cover the entire breast, leaving 1/4 inch edge around each breast).
  • Fold the chicken breast in half and gently pound edges to slightly seal.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium high heat.
  • Carefully dredge chicken in flour, and salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken in skillet and brown on both sides until golden (chicken will finish cooking in the oven).
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • To the drippings in the skillet add wine and butter and deglaze pan, by gently scraping the bottom.
  • Once the sauce has come to a boil remove from heat.
  • Place chicken in a 3 x 11 casserole dish.
  • Pour sauce over the chicken and dollop each breast with a teaspoon of pesto.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Chizzy Junior
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto and cheese filling was divine. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Anthony Ekekeocha
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken breasts, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto and cheese filling was so flavorful and moist, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Viture John
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This is my go-to recipe for stuffed chicken breasts. The pesto and cheese filling is always a winner, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Marilyn Mitsuing
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jenn Ransom
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken breasts are juicy and tender, and the pesto and cheese filling is simply divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shahid Sa
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I love this recipe! The chicken breasts are always cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling is so flavorful. I often serve this with roasted vegetables or a salad.


Sulley Anotse
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken breasts were cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so delicious. I served it with pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Vernon Labuschagne
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto and cheese filling was divine. I served it with a side salad and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Demo Lama
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


alisia socaci
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The chicken breasts were cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus and it was a hit.


Cindy Morgan
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto and cheese filling was divine. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Mabohlale Mashiloane
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken breasts, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto and cheese filling was so flavorful and moist, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


ZM ZIA
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This is my go-to recipe for stuffed chicken breasts. The pesto and cheese filling is always a winner, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jabu Majabuz
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Elvis Elili
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken breasts are juicy and tender, and the pesto and cheese filling is simply divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Melissa Ballain
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I love this recipe! The chicken breasts are always cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling is so delicious. I often serve this with roasted vegetables or a salad.


Henny Owen
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken breasts are juicy and flavorful, and the pesto and cheese filling adds a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Kosh Awasthi
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I've tried many stuffed chicken breast recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pesto and cheese filling is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sarajideen Mohamed sathik
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto and cheese filling was so tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Osama Abbasi
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto and cheese filling was divine. I will definitely be making this again.


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