Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Olives and Goat Cheese
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these delectable Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Olives and Goat Cheese! Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a savory blend of creamy goat cheese, briny kalamata olives, fresh parsley, and zesty lemon, then seared to golden perfection and baked to tender, flavorful bliss. This recipe combines elegant flavors with simple techniques, perfect for impressing guests or upgrading your family meals. Ready in under an hour, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad, making it as versatile as it is delicious. It's a must-try for fans of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 120 grams goat cheese
- 50 grams kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Using a sharp knife, cut a deep pocket into the thickest side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut through the other side.
In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, chopped kalamata olives, parsley, minced garlic, and lemon zest. Mix well to create a stuffing mixture.
Divide the stuffing mixture into four equal portions and carefully stuff each chicken breast pocket with the mixture. Secure the opening with toothpicks to keep the stuffing in place.
Brush the outside of each chicken breast with olive oil and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.3 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 666 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 4231 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 240.8 g | 482% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 204 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
