Chicken stuffed with mozzarella, basil and tomatoes
This low calorie, easy stuffed chicken breast recipe for two is packed full of classic flavours, a delicious healthy lunch or dinner
Serves: 2
Time to make: 25 mins
Total cost: $11.40 / $5.70 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- toothpicks or wooden cocktail sticks
- 2 chicken breasts (about 150g each), skinless
- 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil
- ¼ cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- spray oil
- 2 cups rocket leaves, washed
- 8 cherry tomatoes, washed, halved
- 2 tablespoons low-fat balsamic dressing
Instructions
1 Preheat oven to 180ºC. Slit each chicken breast horizontally to make a pocket.
2 Stuff pockets with tomato slices, basil and mozzarella. Secure pockets with small wooden cocktail sticks.
3 Heat a little oil spray in a non-stick frying pan. Place each breast in pan to brown for 2 minutes on each side. Remove breasts and place in a baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes or until juices run clear.
4 Assemble rocket, cherry tomatoes and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.
Variations
- Try reduced-fat cream cheese instead of mozzarella for a creamier taste.
- Make it gluten free: Use gluten-free dressing.
Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 304cal
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Kilojoules 1270kJ
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Protein 41g
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Total fat 11g
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–Saturated fat 4g
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Carbohydrates 10g
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–Sugars 9g
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Dietary fibre 3g
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Sodium 300mg
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Calcium 190mg
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Iron 2mg
Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.
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