LEEK AND HERB STUFFED CHICKEN

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You're likely to find a lot of herb stuffed chicken breast recipes out there, but this chicken leek recipe is totally unique. It makes great use of leeks, an aromatic that's uncommon on the dinner table, but easy to find. -Shirley Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 medium leeks (white and light green portions only), cleaned and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
PECAN CRUST:
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute leeks in oil until almost tender. Add the rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper; saute 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; cool., Flatten each chicken breast half to 1/4-in. thickness; top with leek mixture. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. , In a small shallow bowl, combine the pecans, bread crumbs, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Brush mustard over chicken, then coat with pecan mixture. Place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Drizzle with oil. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 929mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Fazal Mula
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Lesego Moretlwe
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I thought this dish was really good. The stuffing was especially flavorful.


gff Yff
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I highly recommend it!


Ahnijka Bellamy
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the stuffing.


Aftab Ansari
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I thought the chicken was a bit overcooked. I'll try cooking it for less time next time.


Yasir Lashari Balouch
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Murdock Brittny
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I've never made stuffed chicken before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.


Sartaj Hussain
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This is one of my favorite chicken recipes. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


juanica overbeeke
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater son ate it all up!


Hailey Brook
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Soy Succ
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I thought they worked well in this dish.


raquel lodewyk
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the stuffing!


Dravan Davis
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The chicken was a bit dry. I think I overcooked it. Next time I'll be more careful.


james walsh
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I found the stuffing to be a bit bland. I added some extra herbs and spices to taste.


SB shipon
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


alisha harrison
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish came out great! I made it for a dinner party and my guests raved about it.


Fred Gilchrist
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This leek and herb stuffed chicken was a delightful dish! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing was a perfect complement. I especially loved the combination of leeks, herbs, and bread crumbs.