Sunday, March 21, 2010

Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Stuffed Chicken Breasts
From Lose to Win group

4 boneless/skinless chicken breasts
Sea salt and pepper to taste
4 slices low fat mozzarella cheese
4 slices turkey bacon
1 Cup spinach leaves, chopped
2 TBSP whole wheat flour
1 TBSP olive oil

Cook turkey bacon in micro-wave till done. 
Cut each chicken breast horizontally to make pocket.  Fold back top half of breast and sprinkle lightly with sea salt and pepper.  Place 1 slice of cheese, 1 slice of turkey bacon, and 1/4 cup spinach in each chicken breast.  Fold top half back over and secure with a toothpick

Spread flour on a plate and dredge chicken through.  Shake of excess.  Heat olive oil in skillet.  Place chicken in skillet and cook about 4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.  Transfer chicken to a baking dish.  Bake at 350 degrees in oven for about 30 minutes or until juices run clear.

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