STUFFED LEMON THYME CHICKEN

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I was looking for a nice light summertime dish and this came to mind. I combined two of my greatest loves, artichoke hearts and roasted red bell peppers, and made them into this fantastic Mediterranean inspired dish. The chicken itself has so much flavor from the marinade and the stuffing is delicious. I kept it simple so all the flavors would shine. Try serving it over an herb cous cous or even a spicy cous cous. Enjoy!

Provided by OneYetTwo

Categories     Greek

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

butcher's kitchen twine
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (butterflied)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon thyme (minced)
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
14 1/2 ounces marinated artichoke hearts (reserve the marinade)
8 ounces roasted red peppers (canned)
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons reserved artichoke marinade
1 tablespoon fresh chives, minced
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Butterfly chicken breasts if not already done so.
  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and thyme and whisk.
  • Place marinade and chicken breasts in a plastic bag and allow to marinate for at least half an hour.
  • While chicken is marinating drain artichoke hearts (reserve marinade) and roasted bell peppers and roughly chop them.
  • Mince the garlic.
  • Add stuffing's olive oil to a sauté pan and heat over medium high heat, before pan gets to hot add garlic. Do not brown garlic. Sauté for a minute and then add the artichoke hearts.
  • Cook for two minutes and then add the roasted red bell peppers and cook for an additional two minutes.
  • Remove from heat, but while still warm incorporate the feta cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper, but be cautious with salt because feta cheese is extremely salty.
  • Set aside and allow to cool.
  • Next make the sauce by combining the sour cream, artichoke marinade, chives, and s&p. Set aside.
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat once chicken is done marinating.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and wipe off any excess marinade.
  • Stuff the chicken breasts with stuffing so that they are not overflowing and secure with butcher's twine so that stuffing will not fall out on grill.
  • Grill for 15 minutes, time may vary on size of chicken breasts and grill.
  • Once done remove from grill and use scissors or knife to cut off the twine.
  • Serve immediately and top with sour cream sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608, Fat 45.6, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 1177, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 2.2, Protein 35.1

Avinesh
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the lemon and thyme flavors are always on point.


Lurlin Gomes
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The chicken is elegant and delicious, and the lemon and thyme flavors are sure to please.


Miquela Jones
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I'm a big fan of lemon and thyme, so I knew I would love this recipe. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the lemon and thyme added a perfect pop of flavor.


Jazzmin Mascarenas
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I used a whole chicken for this recipe and it was perfect for a family meal. The chicken was cooked through and the lemon and thyme flavors were infused throughout the meat.


Marie Watts
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I made this recipe with boneless, skinless chicken breasts and it turned out great. The chicken was cooked evenly and the lemon and thyme flavors were evenly distributed.


Zuri Shields
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is so flavorful and tender, and the lemon and thyme add a delightful touch of flavor.


Zoey Riggert
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I'm not a big fan of thyme, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The lemon and thyme flavors were perfectly balanced and the chicken was cooked to perfection.


Ray'Quan Walker
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with some leftover rotisserie chicken and it was just as good as when I made it with fresh chicken.


Pedro Luca
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and doesn't require a lot of ingredients. Plus, the chicken is always juicy and delicious.


Aldamah Mwani Hussein
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your chicken repertoire. The lemon and thyme give the chicken a unique and flavorful twist. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Sawon
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the chicken and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this dish again for future parties.


elismart13
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The stuffed lemon thyme chicken was a hit with my family! They loved the tender chicken and the tangy lemon flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Md:Shohan Hossen
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this dish with ease. The instructions were clear and concise, and the ingredients were easy to find.


James Nice
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This stuffed lemon thyme chicken recipe is a real winner! The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the lemon and thyme added a delightful citrusy and herbaceous flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and e


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