CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH OLIVES AND GOAT CHEESE
Stuffing chicken breasts with a tangy cheese mixture is a great way to add flavor. And it couldn't be easier: simply mix together a few ingredients, slit the chicken breasts, push the filling in with your fingers, and saute. To meet the challenge of keeping chicken breast moist, this recipe uses a technique called pan-steaming. After browning one side of the chicken breasts, I turn them over and rest a pot lid that fits inside the frying pan right on top of the chicken. The lid prevents the steam from evaporating completely, keeping the chicken moist, yet because I'm not covering the entire pan, the chicken continues to brown rather than steam. The chicken can be served either with a reduced pan sauce or a ROASTED CHILE-CILANTRO SAUCE. This recipe is fun to play with. Try sun-dried tomatoes added to (or in place of) the olives. In the summer, flavor the goat cheese with fresh herbs such as basil, chives, and mint.
Provided by BonnieZ
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 46m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mash the goat cheese and milk together until smooth.
- Mix in the garlic, parsley, oregano, and chile flakes.
- Stir in the olives and season with salt and pepper.
- On the thickest side of each breast, cut a deep, 3-inch-long pocket.
- Using your fingers, stuff the goat cheese mixture into each pocket.
- Close by pressing the flesh together, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
- In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Have ready a lid that's too small for the pan but will cover all the breasts.
- Cook the chicken on one side until golden brown, 5 to 6 minute Turn the breasts over, season with salt and pepper, and set the small lid on top of them.
- Continue to sauté until the chicken is cooked through, about another 10 minute Transfer the chicken to a warm serving plate.
- Pour the wine into the pan and cook, scraping up the flavorful brown bits stuck to the pan, until it's reduced to a glossy syrup.
- Drizzle the reduction over the chicken and serve.
- If you choose to serve with the ROASTED CHILE-CILANTRO SAUCE: In a blender or food processor, combine the poblanos, onion and lime juice and blend until smooth.
- While the blender is running, add the oil slowly until emulsified.
- Add the spinach and cilantro and blend until smooth.
- Add the honey and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve at room temperature.
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Tariq Muhammad
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some Mediterranean flavor to your meals. The olives and goat cheese give the chicken a nice tanginess.
Ssemugabi Emmanuel
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is always flavorful.
Ban Zamer
[email protected]I love the combination of olives and goat cheese in this recipe. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is always cheesy and delicious.
William McCabe
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The stuffing is flavorful and cheesy, and the chicken is cooked to perfection.
Md Rafiq Rafiq
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is always flavorful.
Tebogo Mohlahlo
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the stuffing is cheesy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken and cheese.
CHRISTINE KATHAMBI
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the stuffing is always flavorful. It's a great dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.
Pamela Arant
[email protected]This dish was absolutely amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and cheesy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken and cheese.
Tiger Obinna
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Maish Mchelxea
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and cheesy. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken and goat cheese.
M zareen Haqyar
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one did not disappoint. The olives and goat cheese added a nice tanginess to the chicken, and the overall dish was very well-balanced.
Bossy Staxx
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The chicken turned out beautifully and was very flavorful.
[email protected] Khadka
[email protected]This stuffed chicken breast recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of olives and goat cheese is divine, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.