Guava-Stuffed Chicken with Caramelized Mango

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Guava-Stuffed Chicken with Caramelized Mango
45 min.
6
391kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our Guava-Stuffed Chicken with Caramelized Mango, a dish that's sure to impress your family and friends while keeping it gluten-free! This exquisite recipe marries the succulent flavors of juicy chicken breasts with the tropical sweetness of guava, complemented perfectly by the richness of cream cheese and fresh spinach. Each bite reveals a tantalizing filling that bursts with freshness and flavor.

What sets this dish apart is the addition of caramelized mango, which brings a delightful sweetness and juicy texture that balances the savory chicken. The contrasting flavors and vibrant colors of this plate will elevate your dining experience, making even a simple weeknight dinner feel like a gourmet occasion. Plus, it’s ready in just 45 minutes, making it a practical choice for busy cooks who still want to enjoy a memorable meal.

Not only is this dish a feast for the taste buds, but it also provides wholesome nutrition, with each serving packing an impressive 391 calories. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself, our Guava-Stuffed Chicken with Caramelized Mango is an exquisite blend of flavor, wellness, and culinary creativity. Get ready to enjoy a luscious dish that celebrates the beauty of cooking with seasonal ingredients!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter ()
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • 1.5 ounces guava 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • large mangos pitted peeled halved cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
  • 0.8 cup olive oil 
  • large chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • cups pkt spinach fresh loosely packed chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Whisk first 5 ingredients in large bowl.
  2. Add chicken breasts; turn to coat. Cover chicken breasts and chill 3 to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
  3. Whisk cream cheese and guava paste in medium bowl to blend. Stir in spinach. Cover and chill to firm slightly, at least 2 hours.
  4. Transfer to pastry bag.
  5. Remove 1 chicken breast from marinade, scraping excess marinade back into bowl. Insert small sharp knife into 1 side of chicken breast; move knife in arc to create large pocket, keeping opening about 1 1/2 inches long. Repeat with remaining chicken. Pipe filling through openings in chicken breasts to fill pockets. Close openings with metal turkey pins or toothpicks. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets over medium heat.
  7. Add 3 chicken breasts to each skillet. Cook chicken until brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  8. Transfer to plate.
  9. Transfer any juices from 1 skillet into second skillet.
  10. Add wine and broth to second skillet. Bring to boil.
  11. Add chicken breasts to wine mixture in skillet. Cover skillet; reduce heat to medium and simmer until chicken is cooked through, basting occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  12. Transfer chicken to work surface; let stand 10 minutes.
  13. Meanwhile, melt butter in another heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  14. Add mango slices and sauté until brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  15. Slice chicken diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange chicken on platter. Boil juices in skillet until slightly thickened and sauce is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
  16. Drizzle sauce over chicken and surround with mango.
  17. *A firm block of concentrated fruit available at some supermarkets, at Latin markets, and at cafecubano.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories391kcal
Protein27.84%
Fat61.15%
Carbs11.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.96
Glycemic Load
3.55
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.083043513091%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.75mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.55mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
4.4mg
Luteolin
1.19mg
Kaempferol
0.69mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:391.49kcal
19.57%
Fat:25.89g
39.83%
Saturated Fat:9.5g
59.39%
Carbohydrates:10.49g
3.5%
Net Carbohydrates:8.85g
3.22%
Sugar:6.46g
7.18%
Cholesterol:106.7mg
35.57%
Sodium:252.94mg
11%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.94%
100%
Protein:26.51g
53.03%
Vitamin K:90.62µg
86.3%
Vitamin B3:12.57mg
62.86%
Selenium:38.28µg
54.69%
Vitamin C:44.15mg
53.51%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.34%
Vitamin A:2092.94IU
41.86%
Phosphorus:285.81mg
28.58%
Potassium:661.32mg
18.89%
Vitamin B5:1.87mg
18.65%
Vitamin E:2.75mg
18.3%
Magnesium:52.04mg
13.01%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.93%
Folate:50.2µg
12.55%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.37%
Iron:1.5mg
8.31%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.37%
Copper:0.14mg
6.9%
Fiber:1.64g
6.56%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.55%
Calcium:57.5mg
5.75%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.88%
Source:Epicurious