Crispy Stuffed Chicken Breast

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative with similar texture

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier

Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the filling by sautéing garlic in olive oil for a few seconds until the raw flavor goes away.

Add fresh spinach to the pan and sauté until wilted, then season with salt and black pepper.

Let the spinach mixture cool, then chop it up.

Mix the cooled spinach with grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella, tasting for seasoning.

Slice a pocket into each chicken breast about three-quarters of the way through, without cutting all the way.

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Spoon the filling mixture onto each chicken breast, folding the chicken over and securing with toothpicks if necessary.

Place the stuffed chicken on a parchment or foil-lined baking tray, lightly oiled with olive oil.

Spread a little mayonnaise on top of each stuffed chicken breast to help the bread crumbs adhere.

Sprinkle panko bread crumbs on top of the mayonnaise and press gently to adhere.

Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

To make a quick white sauce, melt butter in a pot, add all-purpose flour, and stir for about a minute.

Pour in whole milk and bring to a boil, stirring until thickened, then season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg if desired.

After baking, let the chicken rest for at least five minutes before cutting into it.

To get the top golden brown, turn on the broiler and broil the chicken for about two minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.

Alternatively, sauté panko in butter until golden brown and use it on top of the mayonnaise before baking.

Cooking Techniques

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