Thursday, February 21, 2013

Jalapeño Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:

6 chicken breast halves, defrosted and fat trimmed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz package cream cheese
1/4, cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 359 degrees F. Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. In each of the chicken breasts, cut a slit horizontally without going all the way through to the other side.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add jalapeños and garlic and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes.  Add cream cheese to skillet and stir until cheese is melted. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
3. Divide the mixture between the 6 breasts and spoon into openings. Seal the ends and secure with toothpicks. Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Remove toothpicks and serve warm.

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