Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

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INGREDIENTS

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup sun dried tomatoes halves
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup Italian style bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves, chiffonade

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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9×13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. Cut each breast horizontally to, but not through, the other side to create a pocket.
  • Lift top flap of chicken pocket, arranging cheese, spinach and tomatoes.
  • Working one at a time, dip chicken into the eggs, then dredge in bread crumbs, pressing to coat.
  • Place chicken onto the prepared baking dish and bake until the chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 25-30 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with basil, if desired.
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