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Greek Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Greek Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients and Weight:

  1. Chicken Breasts - 8 (about 2 pounds)
  2. Ground Chicken Meat - 1 pound
  3. Feta Cheese - 8 oz
  4. Kalamata Olives - ½ cup, pitted and chopped
  5. Fresh Herbs (e.g., oregano, rosemary, thyme) - 2 tbsp, chopped
  6. Plain Breadcrumbs - ½ cup
  7. Salt and Pepper - to taste
  8. Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 3 tbsp

Preparation Time:

  1. Preparation: 30 minutes
  2. Cooking: 45 minutes
  3. Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine the ground chicken meat, feta cheese, olives, and fresh herbs. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
  3. Using a sharp knife, make small slits in each chicken breast to create pockets.
  4. Fill each pocket with the meat mixture.
  5. Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 45 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
  7. Serve with your favorite side dish or salad.

Nutritional Information: (Based on average values, actual nutritional content may vary)

Dish Characteristics:

  1. Combination of Greek flavors with the American taste for hearty dishes.
  2. The chicken breasts are stuffed with a rich and flavorful meat mixture that includes feta cheese and olives.
  3. The dish is baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy and juicy chicken breast.

User Comments:

  1. "The flavors were amazing! The combination of feta cheese and olives was unique and delicious."
  2. "I loved the crispy outer layer and the juicy inside of the chicken."
  3. "This dish was a hit with my family. The preparation was easy and the result was impressive."

Special Precautions and Tips:

  1. Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
  2. Use a sharp knife to create even pockets in the chicken breasts for even stuffing.
  3. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
  4. If you want to add more vegetables, you can mix chopped bell peppers or mushrooms into the stuffing mixture.