CRAB AND MUSHROOM-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

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This elegant dish is often on the menu when I cook for guests. The versatile sauce is also delicious on pork chops and baked potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 10 crackers)
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Additional minced fresh parsley, optional
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a small skillet, saute onion in remaining butter until tender. Add the crab, mushrooms, cracker crumbs, parsley, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons of the white sauce; heat through. , For each chicken breast, make a horizontal cut along one long side almost to the other side; leave chicken breasts attached at opposite side. Open breast so it lies flat; cover with wrap and Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap., Spoon about 1/2 cup of the crab mixture on each chicken breast. Fold in sides and roll up. Secure with a toothpick. , Place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with remaining white sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Remove toothpicks before serving. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 193mg cholesterol, Sodium 1129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 55g protein.

bhuwan Niroula
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


nurjahan akter
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ogunola Lamid
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was delicious and the stuffing was amazing.


All Tach bangla
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I'm not a huge fan of crab, but I really enjoyed this dish. The stuffing was so good that I didn't even miss the crab.


Lemona Rinsha
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This was a great dish! The chicken was moist and tender, and the stuffing was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Jamila Shehu
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I love this recipe! It's easy to follow and the chicken always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with a side of rice.


Yusuf Bouslahi
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth it.


Aj Harris
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Nightmare Oracle
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This recipe is a bit tricky, but it's worth the effort. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was divine.


shafqat jaan
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I'm not a fan of mushrooms, but I loved this dish. The crab and chicken were so flavorful that I didn't even notice the mushrooms.


Abdirizack official
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This is my go-to recipe for stuffed chicken. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Getrude Ndhjovu
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The chicken was so moist and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and delicious.


Angela Fowler
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Natsha Deschampe
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


KASHAN Kashi
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The chicken was delicious and the stuffing was amazing.


chhab bahadur basnet
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I'm not a huge fan of crab, but I really enjoyed this dish. The stuffing was so good that I didn't even miss the crab.


PhantomToby
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This was a great dish! The chicken was moist and tender, and the stuffing was flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Hamza Dogar
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I love this recipe! It's easy to follow and the chicken always turns out delicious. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables.


Chodri Zulafqar
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the chicken turned out perfectly. The crab and mushroom stuffing was especially delicious.


Ajob asik Asik
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This crab and mushroom stuffed chicken was divine! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was rich and savory. It was a hit with my family, and I will definitely be making it again.