Pesto Stuffed Chicken

Pesto Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:

For Pesto Stuffed Chicken:

• 2 tbsp butter, at room temperature
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 2 tbsp shredded fresh basil
• 4 chicken breast fillets, pounded
• 2 tbsps butter + 1 tbsp oil
• Additional Butter for greasing pan

For Italian Bread Crumbs:

• 1 cup Good Life breadcrumbs
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Procedure:

For Italian Bread Crumbs:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl or put in a food processor. Blend well. Store in an airtight container.

For Pesto Stuffed Chicken:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degree. Grease pan with butter.
2. Place the butter, garlic and basil in a small bowl, and stir to combine. Divide the butter mixture into 4 equal portions. Spoon onto pounded chicken breasts and roll. Secure with toothpicks.
3. Place the Italian breadcrumbs mixture on a plate. Dip the chicken into the breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to coat. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden. Transfer to a baking tray. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until cooked through. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes. Serves 4.