Spicy Kale and Corn Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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Total Time:
34 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
24 min
Yield:
4 servings
Level:
Intermediate
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Superfood kale and sweet corn create a duo rich in vitamin A. The pepper jack cheese adds tons of spice while binding the stuffing for the chicken. If spicy's not your thing, try Monterey Jack or Havarti cheese instead for creamy without the heat.

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 5 1/2 ounces frozen chopped kale (about 2 cups)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn
  • 2 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
  • Four 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the kale, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the kale is softened and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook, stirring, until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl to cool slightly, and then stir in the cheese.

Insert a thin paring knife into the thickest part of the chicken breast and cut down the side to make a 3-inch pocket. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts. Then evenly stuff with the kale mixture.

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, 3 to 4 minutes. Rub the chicken breasts with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and sprinkle with a total of 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add all 4 chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Then lower heat to medium. Continue cooking, turning once halfway through, until just cooked through, about 14 minutes more. Insert a small paring knife into the top of the chicken to test for doneness. If any pink areas remain, cover the skillet and continue to cook until opaque.

Transfer the chicken and any bits of filling that fell into the skillet onto 4 plates. Stir the broth and flour together in a small bowl and then add to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Spoon the pan sauce over the chicken.

Per serving: Calories: 386; Total Fat 15 grams; Saturated Fat: 4.5 grams; Protein: 53 grams; Total carbohydrates: 7 grams; Sugar: 1 gram Fiber: 1 gram; Cholesterol: 160 milligrams; Sodium: 878 milligrams

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  • on March 27, 2013

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    Usually, I am not a fan of greens, but I am trying to find ways to incorporate them into my diet. This was delicious!

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  • on March 05, 2013

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    This was awesome!! I used fresh kale and light pepper jack cheese. It came together easily and presentation was impressive. The pan sauce was great too.

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  • on February 03, 2013

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    Delicious. The sauce is excellent. Not spicy at all though. You could probably add some Tabasco for an extra kick.

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