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Apple Swiss Chicken Recipe

Juicy chicken breasts are rolled with sweet apples, savory ham, and melted Swiss cheese, creating a flavor explosion in every bite! This recipe, inspired by a Taste of Home cookbook, is a delightful twist on classic comfort food. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 336.6 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Swiss Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 4 slices cooked ham (approx. 8 oz total)
  • 2 medium apples, cored and sliced
  • Not used in recipe
  • 4 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons apple juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make Apple Swiss Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Flatten 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  3. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary evenly over each chicken breast.
  4. Top each chicken breast with 1 slice of ham (approx. 2 oz) and 3-4 slices of apple (about 1/2 a medium apple per breast).
  5. Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks.
  6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the chicken rolls.
  7. Place chicken rolls in a baking dish.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
  9. Top each chicken roll with 1 ounce of Swiss cheese and the remaining apple slices (about 1/2 a medium apple total).
  10. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of apple juice over the chicken.
  11. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon paprika over the chicken and cheese.
  12. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

31g

Carbs

4g

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