Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast With Lemon Green Beans Almondine Recipes

CHEESY SPINACH ARTICHOKE STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST

Steps:

• Thaw the 16 ounce package of frozen spinach completely.
• Drain both the spinach and the 14 ounce can of artichokes in two wire mesh strainers. Press out as much liquid as possible.
• Chop the artichokes into coarse pieces.
• Using a cheese cloth, squeeze by twisting until all the remaining liquid is out of the spinach and artichokes making sure they are very dry.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach and artichokes, 3 large chopped garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon softened butter, 8 ounces goat cheese, 4 ounces grated fresh mozzarella cheese, 4 ounces grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon onion salt, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Butterfly 4 large chicken breasts and open them like a book.
• Generously salt and pepper both sides of the breasts.
• Fill one side of each butterflied chicken breast with 1/4 of the spinach artichoke filling (above).
• Flip the other side over the filling and tie each breast with three pieces of kitchen twine.
• Heat a large castiron skillet or any heavy-bottomed oven-proof one, over medium high heat until hot.
• Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until hot. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 2 minutes on one side, flip them over and cook for another 2 minutes.
• Remove the skillet from the stove and place in the preheated 350°F oven.
• Cook the stuffed chicken for 20 to 25 minutes or until an instant read thermometer registers a 158-160°F internal temperature.
• Serve over a bed of brown rice.
• ENJOY!

SPINACH ARTICHOKE STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST

Steps:

• Place each chicken breast on a flat surface. Season both sides of each breast with the Italian seasoning and paprika. With your hand supporting each piece, cut a slit or pocket about 3/4 quarter of the way through, being careful not to cut all the way.
• Squeeze any and all excess liquid out of the spinach and discard the water. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the spinach, cream cheese, artichokes, mozzarella, parmesan and garlic; mix well to combine.
• Stuff chicken with 1-2 tablespoons of the spinach artichoke dip, spreading evenly with the back of the spoon. Reserve the leftover dip for later.*
• Seal chicken breasts with two or three toothpicks near the opening to keep the dip inside while cooking.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or non stick pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden. Flip and sear on the other side, covering pan with a lid, until cooked through, (about 6 to 7 minutes per side). Transfer chicken to a warm plate to make the cream sauce.
• Combine half and half or heavy cream with the remaining dip (you should have exactly half remaining). Stir until sauce is combined and thickened. Add the chicken back into the pan and serve immediately!

CHEESY SPINACH ARTICHOKE STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST WITH LEMON GREEN BEANS ALMONDINE

Steps:

• Before You Cook If using any fresh produce, thoroughly rinse and pat dry Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes Set lemon garlic butter and cream cheese on counter to soften Cooking Guidelines To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures: Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) | Seafood 145° F | Chicken 165° F | Ground Beef 160° F | Ground Turkey 165° F | Ground Pork 160° F 1 Prepare the Ingredients Halve lemon lengthwise. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.Trim ends off green beans.Coarsely chop spinach.Coarsely chop artichokes. 2 Prepare the Chicken Mix softened cream cheese, 2 tsp. lemon juice, spinach, artichokes, Parmesan, a pinch of salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a mixing bowl until completely combined.Pat chicken breasts dry, and place on a clean cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a lengthwise cut in the thickest end of the chicken. Cut should be deep enough to stuff with artichoke-spinach mixture. Repeat with second breast.Fill each chicken breast with half the artichoke-spinach mixture. If chicken is misshapen, gently press to flatten. Season one side with garlic pepper. 3 Cook the Chicken Place a medium oven-safe non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add chicken to hot pan, seasoned side down. Cook undisturbed until browned, 2-3 minutes per side.Transfer pan to hot oven and roast until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 10-12 minutes.While chicken cooks, cook green beans. 4 Cook the Green Beans Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add green beans to hot pan and cook, 1 minute.Add 1/4 cup water, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Cover, and stir occasionally until tender, 6-8 minutes.If green beans need more time, add 2 Tbsp. water and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutesRemove from burner and stir in softened lemon garlic butter and a pinch of salt. 5 Finish the Dish Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping green beans with almonds. Squeeze lemon wedges over green beans to taste. Bon appétit!