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Primavera Stuffed Chicken: A Flavorful Delight to Try!

A delicious and colorful dish featuring chicken breasts stuffed with a medley of fresh vegetables and mozzarella cheese, perfect for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced (mix of red, yellow, and green)
  • 1 cup zucchini diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the shredded mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  4. Using a sharp knife, create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  5. Stuff each chicken breast with the vegetable and cheese mixture, dividing it evenly between the two breasts. Secure the openings with toothpicks if necessary.
  6. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and drizzle with a little olive oil.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed chicken breastCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 45gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in Italian dressing for 30 minutes before stuffing.
  • You can substitute the vegetables with your favorites, such as mushrooms or asparagus, for a different twist.

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