Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Pimiento Cheese

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400F.

2. 2

   Mix together Gouda, scallion, pimientos and 1/2 teaspoon paprika in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Cut a horizontal slit along the thin, long edge of each chicken breast, nearly through to the opposite side, and open like a book.

4. 4

   Sprinkle the breasts with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Divide the cheese filling among the center of each breast.

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   Close the breast over the filling, pressing the edges firmly together to seal.

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   Sprinkle the breasts with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper or as needed.

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   Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Add the chicken and cook until browned on one side, about 2 minutes.

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    Turn the chicken over and transfer the skillet to the oven.

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    Bake until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165F, about 15 minutes.

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    Serve warm and enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.