Description
These Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breasts are bursting with flavor! Filled with a mixture of tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, and olives, and seasoned with herbs, these chicken breasts are a healthy and delicious way to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. Baked to perfection, they make a wonderful main dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper, and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to an even thickness, about 1/2-inch thick.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, chopped Kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes. Mix well.
Step 3: Stuff the Chicken
- Lay the chicken breasts flat and spoon the feta, olive, and tomato mixture onto the center of each breast.
- Fold the chicken over the stuffing and secure with toothpicks or gently tuck the edges to seal.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear each chicken breast for 2-3 minutes on both sides, just until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Remove the chicken from the oven and discard the toothpicks.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Pounding the Chicken: Be careful not to over-pound the chicken to avoid tearing. It should be thin enough to roll but still intact.
- Secure the Filling: If the chicken doesn’t stay closed, you can secure it with toothpicks to prevent the stuffing from spilling out.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh sun-dried tomatoes and quality feta cheese.