Cheese-Stuffed Italian Chicken Recipe

Name: Cheese-Stuffed Italian Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon dried basil, divided; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/4 cup minced green bell pepper; 4 (3/4-ounce) part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks; 2 tablespoons fat-free Italian dressing; 1/8 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
3
Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt, 1/4 teaspoon basil, and crushed red pepper.
4
Sprinkle each chicken breast half with 1 tablespoon minced bell pepper. Place 1 cheese stick lengthwise down center. Roll up jelly roll fashion. Brush rolls evenly with Italian dressing.
5
Combine paprika and breadcrumbs; dredge chicken breast rolls in breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray seam side down. Lightly coat chicken rolls with cooking spray. Sprinkle evenly with remaining basil.
6
Bake at 400u00b0 for 15 minutes or until done. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

473

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon dried basil, divided, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, and more.

Yes, Cheese-Stuffed Italian Chicken 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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Cheese-Stuffed Italian Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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