Ham And Cheese Chicken Recipe

Name: Ham And Cheese Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 ounce very thinly sliced lean cooked ham; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon reduced-fat garlic-flavored cream cheese; 3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup fat-free milk; Cooking spray; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon reduced-calorie margarine, melted; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; Dash of paprika

Servings: persons

4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 ounce very thinly sliced lean cooked ham
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon reduced-fat garlic-flavored cream cheese
3 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fat-free milk
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon reduced-calorie margarine, melted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Dash of paprika

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Place chicken between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; flatten to 1/4-inch thickness, using a rolling pin. Sprinkle with pepper.
3
Place one-fourth of ham on each chicken breast half. Spread cream cheese evenly over ham. Roll up chicken, starting with short end and tucking ends under. Secure with wooden picks.
4
Combine breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken rolls in milk, and dredge in breadcrumb mixture. Place, seam sides down, in a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine margarine and lemon juice; drizzle over chicken. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes or until tender. To serve, remove wooden picks, and slice.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 ounce very thinly sliced lean cooked ham, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon reduced-fat garlic-flavored cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Ham And Cheese 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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Ham And Cheese Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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