Ingredients for Garlic Chicken Cushions
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 5 oz fresh spinach, well squeezed
- 10 oz ricotta cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 3/4 tsp salt (divided)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (divided)
- pasta (for serving)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (optional, if not using wine)
- toothpicks
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How to Make Garlic Chicken Cushions
- Butterfly each chicken breast: Using a sharp knife, make a horizontal slit between the skin and meat, almost all the way through, creating a pocket.
- Prepare the filling: Combine 10 oz ricotta cheese, 5 oz fresh spinach (well-squeezed to remove excess water), 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped artichoke hearts (optional).
- Stuff the chicken: Spoon the spinach and ricotta mixture evenly into the chicken breast pockets. Secure the edges with toothpicks.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add remaining ingredients to sauce: Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock, 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved), 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Assemble and bake: Bring the sauce to a simmer, then arrange the stuffed chicken breasts in a single layer in the skillet.
- Bake: Bake uncovered in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve: Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken breasts. Serve immediately with your favorite pasta.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
30 g
Sugar
24g
Fat
37g
Carbs
12g
