Feta Chicken

Health score
10%
Feta Chicken
45 min.
6
222kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s both easy to prepare and packed with flavor? Look no further than our Feta Chicken recipe! This delightful dish combines the succulent taste of tender chicken breasts with the rich, tangy goodness of tomato basil feta cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience that will impress your family and friends.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. With only a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a meal that not only tastes gourmet but also provides a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Each serving contains a mere 222 calories, making it a guilt-free option for lunch or dinner.

The preparation is simple yet rewarding. By pounding the chicken to a tender thickness and stuffing it with creamy feta, you’ll create a dish that’s bursting with flavor in every bite. The crispy topping of Italian-style bread crumbs adds a delightful crunch, making this dish a true crowd-pleaser. Whether served alongside a fresh salad or your favorite roasted vegetables, Feta Chicken is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs dry italian-style divided
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • wax paper
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Place chicken breasts between 2 pieces of waxed paper. Gently pound chicken with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick; remove wax paper.
  3. Place 1 ounce of feta cheese in the center of each chicken breast, and fold in half.
  4. Spread 2 tablespoons bread crumbs in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange chicken in the dish, and top with remaining bread crumbs.
  5. Bake 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts

Calories222kcal
Protein53.2%
Fat38.73%
Carbs8.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.5
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
14.766956461513%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.72kcal
11.09%
Fat:9.26g
14.25%
Saturated Fat:4.47g
27.91%
Carbohydrates:4.34g
1.45%
Net Carbohydrates:4.14g
1.5%
Sugar:0.28g
0.31%
Cholesterol:97.55mg
32.52%
Sodium:487.2mg
21.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.62g
57.23%
Vitamin B3:12.37mg
61.83%
Selenium:41.55µg
59.35%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.6%
Phosphorus:340.26mg
34.03%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.79%
Vitamin B5:1.91mg
19.09%
Calcium:153.65mg
15.36%
Potassium:444.5mg
12.7%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
12.01%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.63%
Zinc:1.54mg
10.25%
Magnesium:36.7mg
9.18%
Folate:18.41µg
4.6%
Iron:0.82mg
4.55%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.31%
Vitamin A:153.54IU
3.07%
Copper:0.05mg
2.55%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.8%
Vitamin C:1.36mg
1.64%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Allrecipes