Lazy Roast Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese

Health score
21%
Lazy Roast Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese
60 min.
4
406kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and impressively simple dish to serve at your next gathering, look no further than these Lazy Roast Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese. This recipe offers a delightful combination of creamy goat cheese, fragrant herbs, and crunchy almonds, all tucked inside tender chicken breasts. It’s a meal that strikes the perfect balance of indulgence and ease, making it a great choice whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself and your family to something special.

What sets this dish apart is its rich flavor profile and delightful textures. The goat cheese filling brings a tangy creaminess that pairs beautifully with the juicy chicken, while the addition of fresh herbs like chives and thyme infuse the dish with vibrant, aromatic notes. And let’s not forget the satisfying crunch of almonds and Panko breadcrumbs that add a lovely contrast to the softness of the chicken and filling.

Moreover, this dish can be ready in just 60 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet-style meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With the fresh watercress salad served on the side, this recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a dish that presents beautifully on the plate. Give these Lazy Roast Chicken Breasts a try, and watch them become a favorite in your home-cooked repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds coarsely chopped ()
  • teaspoon chives minced
  • tablespoon flat parsley fresh minced
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh divided
  • clove garlic divided minced
  • ounce goat cheese fresh at room temperature ()
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream 
  • pinch kosher salt plus more for seasoniong
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest 
  • 0.8 cup olive oil divided
  • 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs 
  • 0.5 ounce pecorino cheese grated (may substitute Parmesan)
  • pinch freshly cracked pepper black plus more for seasoniong
  • cup bay spinach lightly packed
  • cup watercress lightly packed trimmed

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Combine goat cheese pecorino breadcrumbs, ½ of the minced garlic, parsley, 2 teaspoons thyme, chives, lemon juice, lemon zest, and anchovies (if using). Use a fork to mash the ingredients together. Set aside.Prepare the chicken: Working 1 breast at a time gently insert your finger under the skin, easing the skin away from the flesh to create a large pocket. Spoon about ¼ of the stuffing into the pocket. Gently smooth the top of the chicken from the outside to distribute the stuffing throughout the pocket. Move to a parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining breasts.
  2. Serve the breasts hot from the oven with the watercress sauce on the side.Like this:Like Loading...

Nutrition Facts

Calories406kcal
Protein12.5%
Fat75.54%
Carbs11.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.25
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.682174143584%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.41mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Apigenin
4.39mg
Luteolin
0.81mg
Isorhamnetin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
6.5mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
8.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:405.76kcal
20.29%
Fat:35.22g
54.18%
Saturated Fat:13.5g
84.35%
Carbohydrates:12.54g
4.18%
Net Carbohydrates:9.22g
3.35%
Sugar:2.74g
3.05%
Cholesterol:50.34mg
16.78%
Sodium:237.86mg
10.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.11g
26.22%
Vitamin K:140.82µg
134.11%
Vitamin A:2524.77IU
50.5%
Vitamin E:6.52mg
43.47%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.81%
Vitamin C:23.26mg
28.2%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.57%
Phosphorus:240.19mg
24.02%
Copper:0.46mg
23.18%
Calcium:210.86mg
21.09%
Magnesium:75.47mg
18.87%
Fiber:3.32g
13.28%
Iron:2.36mg
13.09%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.56%
Folate:43.49µg
10.87%
Potassium:347.85mg
9.94%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.85%
Zinc:1.23mg
8.22%
Selenium:5.36µg
7.66%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.36%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.31%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.05%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.79%
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