If you're following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), you know that finding satisfying and flavorful recipes can be a challenge. Stuffed chicken breast is a classic dish that can be easily adapted to fit the SCD lifestyle. SCD-compliant stuffed chicken breast recipes typically use low-carb ingredients such as almond flour, coconut flour, and vegetables. The fillings can vary, but popular options include spinach, mushrooms, and cheese. This article will explore some of the best SCD-compliant stuffed chicken breast recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and keep you on track with your dietary goals.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ASPARAGUS STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, lemon zest, asparagus, provolone cheese, garlic powder, paprika, olive oil
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚F).
- On a cutting board, cut the chicken breasts in half, lengthwise, leaving it intact on one side.
- Season the inside of the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle the lemon zest on the interior of the chicken. Top with piece of provolone and three stalks of asparagus, then fold the chicken over enclosing the filling.
- Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, and add the oil. Add the chicken to the pan, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
- Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and place in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 155˚F (70˚C).
- Remove the skillet and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Remove the foil, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 0 grams
STUFFING STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
I found this recipe in a magazine. It's an easy company dish, and I can halve it to satisfy a craving for roast chicken without more leftovers than we can ever possibly eat! -Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. In a large bowl, dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Stir in the bread crumbs, milk, herbs and celery mixture. Set aside., Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread bread crumb mixture over chicken; roll up. Secure with toothpicks., Place in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Melt remaining butter and brush over chicken. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°. Discard toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST (SCD)
Sharon source: www.scdrecipe.com/recipes/print/226/ Posted on SCDRecipe.com, a collection of recipes intended to help people with inflammatory bowel disease, IBS, Crohn's, colitis, diverticulitis, SIBO, autism, and/or ADHD. All recipes adhere to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet as described in Elaine Gottschall's book Breaking the Vicious Cycle.
Provided by susan 9
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Breading mixture - Mix the Breading ingredients in a bowl.
- Stuffing mixture- In another bowl mix the 1/2 cup almond flour, spinach and cheese with the egg.
- Dust one chicken breast with the breading mixture covering both sides of the chicken. Take about 2 heaping tablespoons of the stuffing mixture and roll it up in the breast. Secure the roll with about 3 toothpicks. Put a little olive oil in the bottom of a casserole dish and place the rolls in there.
- Cook at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
- Serve with salad and steamed broccoli.
STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST (SCD)
Make and share this Stuffed Chicken Breast (Scd) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by susan 9
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375F.
- On stovetop, heat a saute pan, add half the butter. Add onions and mushrooms and saute until golden brown. Add cranberries, prunes, and seasonings and cook for three minutes. Add almond flour and stir well, cooking another 2 minutes until mixture thick and browned.
- Spread foil on a small roasting or broiling pan with edges up to prevent juices from leaking. Remove stuffing mixture to a plate and scrape pan bits to the side.
- Spread stuffing on half the chicken breast, cover with other half and ties with string in three places.
- Brown this roll well on both sides ( about 5 minutes on each side).
- Place on foil lined pan and cover loosely with more foil.
- Bake covered one hour. Remove foil, add chicken stock to drippings and baste chicken roll. Continue baking another 15 minutes, basting a few times.
- Remove chicken and allow it to cool a few minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.9, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 69.3, Sodium 158.6, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 11.5, Protein 32.1
Tips:
- Prep Ahead: You can save time by prepping the chicken breasts and stuffing mixture a day ahead. Just store them separately in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- Even Thickness: To ensure even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before stuffing. This will help them cook evenly throughout.
- Stuffing Consistency: The stuffing mixture should be moist but not too wet. If it's too wet, it will be difficult to handle and may fall out of the chicken breasts during cooking.
- Securely Wrap: Make sure to wrap the chicken breasts tightly with prosciutto or bacon before baking. This will help keep the stuffing inside and prevent it from drying out.
- Rest Before Slicing: Allow the chicken breasts to rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Stuffed chicken breasts are a versatile and delicious main course that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a variety of stuffing options to choose from, you can easily customize this dish to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic breadcrumb stuffing or something more unique like a spinach and feta filling, there's a stuffed chicken breast recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give stuffed chicken breasts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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