GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED CHICKEN WITH APRICOT GLAZE

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"My original version of this recipe used several tablespoons of butter versus a tablespoon of olive oil. It also used dried apricots and honey and more of the cheese." -David Dahlman, Chatsworth, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons goat cheese
2 tablespoons part-skim ricotta cheese
4 tablespoons chopped shallots, divided
1 teaspoon olive oil
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons apricot spreadable fruit
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine the goat cheese, ricotta and 1 tablespoon shallots; spread over the center of each chicken breast. Roll up and secure with toothpicks., In a small nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil on all sides. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute remaining shallots until tender. Stir in the broth, spreadable fruit, lemon juice and mustard. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half., Return chicken to the pan; cook, covered until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°, 6-7 minutes. Discard toothpicks. Serve chicken with cooking liquid. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 41g protein.

Ebeze Juliet
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I'm not a fan of goat cheese, but I loved this recipe. The apricot glaze was the perfect complement to the chicken.


Pineapple!
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


krishna Mali
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I love the combination of goat cheese and apricots in this dish. It's so unique and flavorful.


Meer Shahsawar
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Caralin and Nitza show
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This is one of my favorite recipes to make for special occasions. It's always a hit with my guests.


Kelechi Igwegbe
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I'm a big fan of goat cheese and apricots, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The flavors were amazing and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Muhanuzi Prosper
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This dish is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and even just a casual meal with friends. Everyone always raves about it.


Rabindra Koju
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in under an hour, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Ridwan Chowdhury
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Jelyn Alcovendas
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The goat cheese wasn't too overpowering and the apricot glaze was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Surendra Gupta
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the chicken was so juicy. My husband and I both loved it.


Paul Lilly
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This dish was a hit with my family! The goat cheese and apricot glaze complemented each other perfectly, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.