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Grilled Chicken with Herbed Ricotta
20 min Prep Time
15 min Cook Time
35 min Total Time
4 Servings
386 Calories
2g Carbohydrates
22g Total Fat
46g
Ingredients
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, basil, garlic and salt.
- Cut a 3-inch horizontal pocket in the thickest side of each chicken breast.
- Stuff each pocket with 2 tablespoons cheese mixture. Press closed and secure with toothpicks.
- Brush chicken with olive oil on both sides.
- Grill over medium-high heat:
- 5 minutes first side
- 6-8 minutes second side
- During last minute, top each breast with Swiss cheese to melt.
Notes/Additions
- Alternative Cooking: Bake at 375° F for 25-30 minutes
- Cheese Options: Substitute mozzarella for Swiss
- Herb Variations: Use parsley or oregano instead of basil
- Food Safety: Ensure chicken reaches 165° F internal temperature
NUTRITION FACTS
PER SERVING
Calories: 386
Protein: 46g
Carbohydrate: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 130mg
Calcium: 314% DV
Sodium: 682mg
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