Basil, Feta, And Quinoa Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Name: Basil, Feta, And Quinoa Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil; 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet piquante red pepper; 1 tablespoon 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened; 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
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Bring 6 tablespoons water and quinoa to a boil in a small saucepan. Cover; reduce heat, and simmer 12 to 14 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Spread cooked quinoa on a plate; freeze 5 minutes or until cool. Combine quinoa, basil, feta, red pepper, and cream cheese in a small bowl. Cut a horizontal slit through the thickest portion of each chicken breast half to form a deep pocket. Stuff 2 tablespoons quinoa mixture into each pocket; secure with a wooden pick. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and black pepper.
3
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add chicken; cook 4 minutes. Turn chicken over. Place pan in oven; bake at 400u00b0 for 7 to 8 minutes or until done. Let stand 5 minutes. Discard wooden picks. Cut chicken diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices, if desired. Drizzle pan juices over each serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained, 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese, and more.

Yes, Basil, Feta, And Quinoa Stuffed Chicken Breasts falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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