Ultimate Stuffed Chicken Breast
INGREDIENTS:
For the Chicken:
Chicken Breasts: 3 pieces (approximately 900g), butterflied
Onion: 1, finely chopped
Parsley: A handful, chopped
Green Pepper: 1, finely chopped
Red Pepper: 1, finely chopped
Garlic Cloves: 3, minced
Ground Pepper: To taste
Black Pepper: To taste
Cumin: To taste
Mint: To taste
•Salt: To taste
Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon (10ml)
For the Filling:
Potatoes: 4, boiled and mashed
Grated Cheddar Cheese: 50g
Salt, Pepper, and Mint: To season the mashed potatoes
For the Sauce:
Tomato Paste: 1 tablespoon
Water: 1 glass (200ml)
For the Topping:
Grated Cheddar Cheese: Enough to cover the chicken breasts
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prep the Chicken:* Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). * Season the butterflied chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, cumin, mint, ground pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. * Add the chopped onions, parsley, green and red peppers, and minced garlic. * Mix well to coat the chicken with the seasonings.
Prepare the Filling:* Combine the mashed potatoes with grated cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and mint. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Stuff and Cook:* Lay the seasoned chicken breasts flat and spoon a generous amount of the potato filling onto each one. * Carefully roll up the chicken breasts to enclose the filling and secure with toothpicks if necessary. * Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish. * Mix the tomato paste with water and pour the sauce around the chicken in the dish.
Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
Add Cheese and Finish Cooking:* After 45 minutes, take the chicken out of the oven and sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheddar cheese over the top of each breast. * Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve Warm:* Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven. * Serve warm, with the tomato sauce spooned over or alongside for extra flavor
Enjoy