Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tomato & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Cucumber-Tomato Salad. This dish features a succulent chicken breast filled with fresh tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, creating a satisfying and savory experience. Paired with a refreshing salad made from crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes dressed in zesty lemon juice, this meal is perfect for any occasion—from quick weeknight dinners to gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium chicken breast
- 2-3 slices fresh tomato (plus extra for the salad)
- 2 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 tsp lemon juice or light vinaigrette
Instructions
- Cut a pocket into the chicken breast carefully. Stuff the pocket with tomato slices and cheese, then season the outside with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the stuffed chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cucumber slices, chopped lettuce, and additional tomato slices. Toss gently with lemon juice or vinaigrette.
- Serve the warm stuffed chicken alongside the fresh cucumber-tomato salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg