Almond-Stuffed Chicken

Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Almond-Stuffed Chicken
45 min.
4
313kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Almond-Stuffed Chicken! This gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds. Perfectly cooked chicken breast halves are transformed into succulent pockets filled with a creamy, flavorful mixture of light garlic-and-herbs spreadable cheese, toasted slivered almonds, and fresh parsley. The combination of textures and flavors will leave you craving more!

In just 45 minutes, you can serve a delicious meal that caters to four people, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With only 313 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste. The protein-packed chicken, complemented by the rich, nutty flavor of almonds, ensures that you’re not just enjoying a meal, but also nourishing your body.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The simple steps allow you to create a restaurant-quality dish right in your own home. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful Almond-Stuffed Chicken that’s sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 1.5 teaspoons butter 
  • 0.3 cup alouette garlic & herbs spreadable cheese light (such as Boursin )
  • tablespoons parsley fresh divided chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds divided toasted coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine spreadable cheese, 3 tablespoons almonds, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cut a horizontal slit through thickest portion of each breast half to form a pocket. Stuff 1 1/2 tablespoons almond mixture into each pocket; secure each pocket with a wooden pick.
  3. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add chicken to pan; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done.
  6. Remove from pan; cover and let stand 2 minutes. Top chicken with remaining 1 tablespoon almonds and remaining 1 tablespoon parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories313kcal
Protein49.61%
Fat46.05%
Carbs4.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
20.849999909816%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
6.46mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:313.34kcal
15.67%
Fat:15.87g
24.42%
Saturated Fat:5.88g
36.73%
Carbohydrates:3.37g
1.12%
Net Carbohydrates:2.39g
0.87%
Sugar:0.32g
0.36%
Cholesterol:133.37mg
44.46%
Sodium:604.18mg
26.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.48g
76.96%
Vitamin B3:18.03mg
90.13%
Selenium:54.74µg
78.19%
Vitamin B6:1.29mg
64.32%
Vitamin K:49.88µg
47.5%
Phosphorus:392.06mg
39.21%
Vitamin B5:2.47mg
24.71%
Potassium:697.63mg
19.93%
Magnesium:64.21mg
16.05%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.76%
Vitamin E:2.12mg
14.12%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.06%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.37%
Zinc:1.23mg
8.22%
Vitamin C:6.03mg
7.31%
Vitamin A:351.36IU
7.03%
Copper:0.12mg
6.09%
Iron:1.08mg
6%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.72%
Fiber:0.97g
3.9%
Folate:14.41µg
3.6%
Calcium:31.99mg
3.2%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes