Best 7 Hasselback Pizza Chicken Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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If you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy chicken, look no further than this Hasselback Pizza Chicken recipe by Tasty! This dish is sure to impress your friends and family with its unique presentation and delicious flavor. The chicken is roasted until crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and then topped with a flavorful pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings. Whether you're a fan of classic pepperoni and sausage or prefer something more creative, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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HASSELBACK CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Hasselback Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh spinach, ricotta cheese, chicken breasts, cheddar cheese, paprika, salt, pepper

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup fresh spinach
¼ cup ricotta cheese
2 chicken breasts
¼ cup cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the spinach on a medium heat in a splash of oil for 3-5 minutes until it is slightly wilted.
  • Stir in the ricotta and cook for a further 30-60 seconds. Allow to cool.
  • Cut slits into the chicken breasts about 1cm (½ inch) apart but don't cut all the way through - about 75% of the way down is what you should aim for.
  • Stuff all of the spinach and ricotta mixture into the slits.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Grate the cheddar and sprinkle it generously on top.
  • Shake the ground paprika over the chicken to add some colour and flavour.
  • Bake in the centre of a pre-heated oven for 20-25 minutes 400°F (200°C) until the cheese has melted and the juices are clear.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 0 grams

HASSELBACK PIZZA CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Hasselback Pizza Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breast, tomato puree, mozzarella cheese, salami, grated cheddar cheese, dried oregano

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 chicken breast
7 teaspoons tomato puree
7 slices mozzarella cheese
7 slices salami
1 tablespoon grated cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut seven slits on the top of the chicken breast.
  • In each slit, spread 1 teaspoon of tomato puree, 1 mozzarella slice, and 1 salami slice.
  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • Sprinkle on the cheddar cheese and oregano.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. It should have an internal temperature of 165˚F (75˚C).
  • Enjoy!

HASSELBACK PIZZA CHICKEN



Hasselback Pizza Chicken image

This Hasselback Pizza Chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that comes kid and husband approved. Everything is better in a pizza variation.

Provided by Kyndra Holley

Categories     Chicken Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 total) (I get my pasture raised, organic chicken here)
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce or Pizza Sauce, extra for serving
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons pesto
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Season the chicken breasts generously on both sides with salt and pepper and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-sear the chicken breasts until they are golden brown on both sides (about 3 minutes on each side. Note: they will not be cooked through at this stage.
  • Transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and let cool. Cut slits in the chicken breast about 3/4 of the way through.
  • Spoon some of the marinara sauce into each slit. Then put 2 to 3 slices of pepperoni in each slit with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts.
  • Spoon the pesto on top of the cheese and sprinkle with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over top. Bake for 5 additional minutes.
  • Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 24.7g, Carbohydrate 2.4g, Fiber 0.5g, Protein 45.6g

HASSELBACK PIZZA CHICKEN RECIPE



Hasselback Pizza Chicken Recipe image

Spice up boring chicken breasts with this delicious cheesy hasselback pizza chicken stuffed with tomato puree, mozzarella slice, and salami slice.

Provided by Constance Crawford

Categories     Pizza

Time 30m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 chicken breast
7 tsp tomato puree
7 slices Mozzarella cheese
7 slices salami
1 tbsp grated Cheddar Cheese
1 tsp dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut seven slits on the top of the chicken breast. In each slit, spread 1 teaspoon of tomato puree, 1 mozzarella slice, and 1 salami slice.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle on the cheddar cheese and oregano.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. It should have an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 8.85g, Cholesterol 377.40mg, Fat 91.95g, Fiber 1.10g, Protein 97.88g, SaturatedFat 46.29g, ServingSize 1.00, Sodium 2,885.43mg, Sugar 0.00, UnsaturatedFat 31.98g

CHEESY HASSELBACK CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheesy Hasselback Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, white mushroom, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme leaf, baby spinach, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, paprika, shredded cheddar cheese

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon oil
1 ½ cups white mushroom
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaf
4 cups baby spinach
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, nonstick skillet.
  • Toss in the mushrooms and season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Sauté until the mushrooms have started to darken in color.
  • Place the spinach on top of the mushrooms and toss until the greens have wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Set the spinach mixture aside.
  • Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Using a sharp knife, make vertical cuts, about half an inch apart, making sure not to cut all the way through the chicken.
  • Transfer the chicken to a greased roasting pan.
  • Stuff the spinach mixture into the cuts of the chicken breasts. Season with paprika and top with a sprinkle of grated cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes at 400°F (200°C), until the cheese has melted and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (72°C).
  • Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 56 grams, Sugar 1 gram

FAJITA HASSELBACK CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Fajita Hasselback Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken breasts, onion, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, green pepper, fajita spice mix, salsa, cheddar cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts
½ onion, diced
½ yellow bell pepper, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ green pepper, diced
2 tablespoons fajita spice mix
3 tablespoons salsa
½ cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Slice into the chicken several times, about ¼ inch (½ cm) apart, but only cut about 85% of the way through, leaving the bottom intact.
  • Cook the onions and peppers over a medium heat until softened, then stir in the fajita mix.
  • Stir in the salsa and sprinkle the cheese over.
  • Mix together until the cheese has melted.
  • Allow to cool to the touch, and then fill each segment of the chicken breast with about 1 teaspoon of the mixture.
  • Bake in the centre of the oven for 18-22 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 3 grams

HASSELBACK CHEESE PUFF FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Hasselback Cheese Puff Fried Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, buttermilk, ranch seasoning, cheese puff, oil

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 cups buttermilk
1 packet ranch seasoning
10 cups cheese puff
oil, to fry

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Make parallel cuts in each chicken breast without slicing all of the way through. Place chicken breasts in a large bowl.
  • Add buttermilk and ranch seasoning mix to the bowl and stir until chicken is well-coated. Marinate in refrigerator for 4 hours, or overnight.
  • While chicken is marinating, place cheese puffs in a food processor or blender and pulse until finely ground. Pour into a large bowl.
  • Using tongs or yours hands, toss each marinated chicken breast into cheese puff powder.
  • Bend coated chicken breast to form a hollow circle. Use a toothpick to seal the ends together.
  • Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a large skillet or pot.
  • Carefully place each breast in the hot oil and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until internal temperature of chicken breast reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Remove the chicken breasts and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Serve with french fries, carrots, broccoli, and ranch dressing, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 891 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 10 grams

### **3 Essential Cooking Hacks to Make Hasselback-Chicken an Effortless Master Dish** ### **H3: Easy Peasy Hasselbacking** - Effortless Hasselbacking awaits! With a sharp, sturdy kitchen or paring Knife, create clean, even slits in your chicken breasts or thighs. Be careful not to cut through the bottom, allowing the chicken to remain intact. ### **H3: Brine for Succulence** - Transform your chicken from ordinary to succulent with a simple brining technique. Dissolve sugar and salt in water, creating a flavorful brine solution. Submerse the chicken for at least 30 minutes but no longer than 24 hours to achieve maximum juiciness. ### **H3: Sear for a Crispy, Flavorful Crust** - Elevate your Hasselback chicken with a crispy, tantalizing crust. Sear the chicken over medium-high heat in a skillet with a drizzle of oil until golden brown. This step not only adds a beautiful color but also ensures the chicken cooks evenly throughout. ### **H3: Finish in the Oven for Tenderness** - After the initial searing, transfer the skillet to the preheated 400°F or 200°C hot furnace. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C. Rest the chicken for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving, allowing the flavors to redistribute for the most delectable experience. ### **Conclusion: A Triumph of Taste** - Celebrate your success as you relish this delightful Hasselback chicken dish, brimming with crispy crust, succulent meat, and tantalizing flavors in every delectable morsel. You've not only mastered a culinary masterpiece; you've also created a memorable meal that will keep your taste buds captivated long after the last morsel has vanished.

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