HOT JALAPENO PEPPER FETA STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

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A combination of my favorite flavors: feta, hot peppers and chicken... my boyfriend actually brought the leftovers to work for lunch (he never brings a lunch!) I've only made this once so far (when I made it up) but plan on making it again soon!

Provided by Tanya Pants

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup crumbled feta
1/2 cup chopped hot pepper (I used pickled red jalapenos)
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
Pam cooking spray
4 flattened chicken breasts
toothpick
olive oil
2 cups rice
1/2 medium onion (chopped)
3 garlic cloves, sliced
2 cups spaghetti sauce, of your preference

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375.
  • Mix the ricotta, feta, hot peppers and spices together.
  • Split the mixture into two bowls.
  • Add the egg to one bowl and mix well.
  • Spray a glass baking dish with Pam (big enough to hold the chicken and at least 2 inches deep).
  • Use the egg mixture to stuff the chicken breasts, placing 1/4 of the mixture on each breast and then bringing the sides together and securing at the top with 1 or two toothpicks (don't worry if this is a bit messy).
  • Brush some olive oil onto the top of the breasts so they brown better.
  • Place the chicken in the oven for 25 minutes.
  • Make the 2 cups of rice (follow directions on box).
  • Fry the onions in 1 tbsp of olive oil until soft (medium heat).
  • Add the chopped garlic and fry for 3 more minutes.
  • Add the 2 cups sauce and simmer so that it is hot and ready when you need it (if you want to spice up your meal add some peppers to this sauce, too).
  • Mix 1/2 cup of the sauce into the rice (keep simmering the rest).
  • Remove the chicken from the glass dish and place the rice at the bottom.
  • Spread the remaining cheese mixture across the rice.
  • Place the breasts on top and put it back in to the oven until: the chicken is done and the rest of the contents are hot.
  • Scoop a chicken breast and rice onto a plate and add tomato sauce (see picture).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 897.2, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 205.3, Sodium 845, Carbohydrate 93.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 9, Protein 52.4

Samsunggill Gillgeesab
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This recipe is perfect for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit with my guests.


Reagan Dandy - Matsangoni Boy
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I'm allergic to peppers. Do you think I could omit them from this recipe?


Ana Wherrems
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Luca Shibley
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I think I'll try this recipe with chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.


Sway Babie
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I'm not sure about this recipe. I'm not a big fan of feta cheese.


Hasnaa Hamdy
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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Romario Burris
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I would love to try this recipe, but I don't have any jalapenos. Do you think I could substitute another type of pepper?


prakash Grg
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food. But I'm so glad I did! The chicken was delicious and the stuffing was just the right amount of spicy.


MG K A T I L official
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Pralad Ojha
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


Umairali
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken and spicy food.


Prince Lauren
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The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing was a perfect balance of spicy and creamy.


Ayyan Mughal
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I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Sar Faraz
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This stuffed chicken recipe is a total winner! The combination of spicy jalapenos, creamy feta, and tender chicken is simply irresistible.