Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
– ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried oregano)
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Toothpicks or kitchen twine, for securing the chicken
Instructions
Creating Artichoke & Olive Stuffed Chicken with Oregano Oil is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Stuffing: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped artichokes, olives, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and oregano. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Prepare Chicken Breasts: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in each breast by slicing horizontally, making sure not to cut all the way through.
4. Stuff the Chicken: Spoon an equal amount of the stuffing mixture into each chicken pocket. Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the openings.
5. Season the Chicken: Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
6. Bake: Place the stuffed chicken in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
7. Prepare Oregano Oil: While the chicken is baking, combine the remaining olive oil and fresh oregano in a small bowl. Let it sit to infuse the flavors.
8. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
9. Drizzle Oregano Oil: Just before serving, drizzle the oregano oil over the stuffed chicken for an extra burst of flavor.
Following these steps will guide you in creating a delicious dish that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 40g