Stuffed Tomato Basil Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken breasts: 4 (4-6 oz each)
• Tomatoes: 4 (12 oz)
• Onion: 1 (6 oz)
• Garlic: 3 cloves
• Fresh basil: 1/2 cup
• Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
• Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Italian seasoning: 1 tsp
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the top off the tomatoes and hollow out the insides.
3. Dice the onion and garlic. Finely chop the basil.
4. In a large bowl, combine the onion, garlic, basil, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5. Slice the chicken breasts open and butterfly them so they are thin.
6. Stuff the chicken breasts with the stuffing mixture.
7. Place the stuffed chicken breasts inside the tomatoes and put them in a baking dish.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the tomatoes are tender.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 375
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Juicy and tender chicken
• Healthy and vegetable-packed

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so moist and juicy, and the tomato and basil flavors were perfect together."
• "I love the creativity of this dish. It's a great way to impress guests without spending a lot of time or money."
• "I made this for my family, and they couldn't get enough. It's a new favorite in our house!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
• Don't overfill the tomatoes, as they may burst during baking.
• If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can substitute a blend of oregano, thyme, rosemary, and basil.
• Serve with a side of your favorite pasta or rice to complete the meal.