Chicken cutlets are a versatile and delicious protein that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Stuffed chicken cutlets are a particularly flavorful and impressive dish that can be easily prepared at home. This recipe for tomato and garlic stuffed chicken cutlets will guide you through the process of making this delectable dish, from selecting the right chicken cutlets to stuffing them with a savory mixture of tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, and finally cooking them to perfection. With just a few simple steps, you'll be able to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home.
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TOMATO-AND-GARLIC-STUFFED CHICKEN CUTLETS
Provided by Shelley Wiseman
Categories Chicken Garlic Tomato Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Gourmet Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together garlic, anchovy paste, parsley, 1/2 tablespoon oil, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Pat chicken dry, then spread with parsley mixture. Fold chicken in half crosswise and insert 2 slices of tomato into each pocket. Season outside of pockets with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper (total), then brush with 1/2 tablespoon oil.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and brown 2 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low and cover skillet, then cook until chicken is just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more. Serve with pan juices.
STUFFED CHICKEN CUTLETS (OAMC)
From FREEZE IT in "Everyday Food". An elegant recipe for supper from the freezer. Use 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, if desired.
Provided by Pamela
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine feta, peppers, scallions, oregano, and basil in a medium bowl.
- Place cutlets on a flat surface, smooth side down. Spoon about 2 tbsp of feta mixture into the center of each cutler and the fold short sides in and then long sides creating a packet. Arrange packets, seam side down on a wax paper lined baking sheet making sure they do not touch each other. Freeze until firm-about an hour. Place into a ziploc bag, label and date. These can be frozen up to 8 weeks.
- To serve: preheat oven to 400°F
- Lightly grease two baking sheets and place frozen cutlets, seam side down. lightly season with salt and pepper and bake for 30-40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. If desired, top with warmed tomato sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 456.7, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.5
CHICKEN-STUFFED TOMATOES
Nancy MacLeod of Boynton Beach, Florida turns garden-fresh tomatoes into a sensational summer meal when she fills them with this creamy chicken salad. "I came up with this recipe when I had a lot of fresh tomatoes on hand," she relates. "It's great for lunch or dinner with a side salad and some crusty bread."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. , In a small bowl, combine the chicken, carrot and onions. Combine mayonnaise and ranch dressing; stir into chicken mixture. Spoon into tomatoes. Sprinkle with walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 42g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
GARLIC-STUFFED ROASTED CHICKEN
In this classic roast chicken recipe, we've infused the rich flavor of roasted garlic.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425. In a small bowl, roughly mash 3/4 cup Roasted Garlic with a fork. Season with salt and pepper.
- Rinse chicken inside and out and pat dry. Gently slip your fingers between skin and meat of breast, thighs, and legs to loosen skin. Evenly spread mashed garlic under skin, starting with leg and thigh area and working your way back toward neck. Generously season chicken inside and out with salt and pepper. Tuck wing tips underneath chicken and tie legs together with kitchen twine.
- Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or roasting pan on high. Add oil, swirl to coat skillet, then add chicken. Cook 1 minute, then transfer skillet to oven. Roast chicken until skin is deep golden brown and juices run clear when pierced between breast and leg (an instant-read thermometer should read 160 degrees when inserted in thickest part of a thigh, avoiding bone), 40 to 45 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 g, Fat 37 g, Protein 54 g
STUFFED TOMATO BASIL CHICKEN
This recipe is a great twist to everyday chicken. I was bored one afternoon and came up with this idea for dinner! This recipe can be reduced in fat by omitting the cheese and bacon.
Provided by Jodi Hanlon
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, slice chicken breasts horizontally, without slicing them completely in half. Open the chicken breasts like a book. Place chicken and marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- Place opened chicken breasts on a broiler pan. Place 4 basil leaves on the bottom half of each chicken breast. Top each with 2 or 3 tomato slices and 1 slice of cheese, and fold over top half of chicken (if necessary, fasten with toothpicks). Wrap 3 slices bacon around each chicken breast.
- Cook in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn chicken, and cook 15 minutes more. Remove from oven, and sprinkle chicken with Parmesan. Return to oven, and cook until cheese is melted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 720.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 179.9 mg, Fat 49 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 58.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 1850.1 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
CHICKEN CUTLET PARMESAN WITH TOMATO SAUCE
This recipe is one of my all time favorites. I adapted it from 365 Ways To Cook Chicken. Serve with buttered spaghetti (or rice) and a tossed salad. I personally think this dish is better (and cheaper) than Parmesan Chicken in an Italian restaurant.
Provided by MrsJ492
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce first.
- Heat oil over medium heat in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Add onion and garlic to the saucepan and cook about 3 minutes, until soft.
- Add tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaf, sugar, and oregano and simmer until sauce reduces by half.
- While the sauce is reducing, prepare the chicken breasts.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a plate.
- Place egg in shallow bowl.
- Dip chicken breasts in egg and then dredge in bread crumb mixture to coat.
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large frying pan,
- Add coated chicken breasts.
- Cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer in an oven proof baking dish.
- Pour tomato sauce over chicken.
- Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, approximately 15 minutes.
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness.
- For a crispy crust, coat the chicken cutlets in a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and herbs before pan-frying.
- To prevent the chicken from drying out, cook it over medium heat and avoid overcooking.
- Use a flavorful stuffing, such as a combination of sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, or goat cheese, to add extra flavor to the chicken cutlets.
- Serve the chicken cutlets with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
Tomato and garlic stuffed chicken cutlets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With a crispy crust and a flavorful stuffing, these chicken cutlets are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try.
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