Garlic-Herb Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Transform your dinner into a gourmet experience with these tender, pan-fried chicken breasts stuffed with a luscious mixture of mozzarella cheese, fresh herbs, and garlic. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines simplicity with rich flavors to satisfy the most discerning palates.

Ingredients

🍗 3 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Black pepper
🥄 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
🥄 1 teaspoon mustard
🧀 150g grated mozzarella cheese, plus an additional 50-100g for topping
🌿 1 handful fresh cilantro or parsley, finely chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
🫒 A drizzle of cooking oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Chicken:

Place the chicken breasts on a wooden cutting board.
Use a kitchen mallet to flatten and tenderize the chicken breasts until thin and even.

2- Season and Mix:

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and black pepper.
In a small glass bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and mustard using a metal spoon.
In a large glass bowl, combine the 150g of grated mozzarella, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Mix well with a metal fork.

3- Assemble the Rolls:

Brush the seasoned chicken with the mayonnaise-mustard mixture.
Spoon the cheese-herb-garlic mixture onto the mayo-coated side of each chicken breast.
Carefully roll each chicken breast to enclose the filling.

4- Cook the Chicken:

Heat a drizzle of cooking oil in a non-stick frying pan over low heat.
Place the chicken rolls in the pan and brush with any remaining mayonnaise-mustard mixture.
Cover with a glass lid and cook on low heat for 35 minutes.

5- Final Touches:

After cooking, remove the lid and generously sprinkle additional grated mozzarella over the chicken rolls.
Cover again briefly until the cheese melts into a golden topping.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 350 per serving
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Equipment: Wooden cutting board, kitchen mallet, small glass bowl, large glass bowl, metal spoon, metal fork, non-stick frying pan, glass lid, silicone basting brush