Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 egg
- 2/3 cup breadcrumb mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and basil pesto; season with salt and pepper.
- Create pockets in each chicken breast by slicing them horizontally (do not cut all the way through) and stuff generously with the filling.
- Dip stuffed chicken into whisked egg, then roll in breadcrumb mix until fully coated.
- Place in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for about 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg