Chicken Breasts Stuffed With Crab (Pinag-Isang Manok)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 0
Chicken Breasts Stuffed With Crab (Pinag-Isang Manok) - a delicious and unique Filipino dish
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup onion , minced
2 cups crabmeat , flaked
1 1/2 cups mushrooms , sliced
1 teaspoon ground sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon green bell pepper , chopped
1 tablespoon red bell pepper , chopped
2 tablespoons butter , for frying
2 cups coconut milk
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon low-sodium instant chicken bouillon granules
1 cup coconut cream
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
675
Sugar
6g
Fat
38g
Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Crab (Pinag-Isang Manok) is a unique Filipino dish that combines tender chicken breasts with flavorful and flaky crabmeat. The addition of coconut milk and cream gives the dish a rich and creamy texture that is perfect for sopping up with a bit of rice. This dish is perfect for entertaining guests, or for an evening when you want to indulge in a special meal. Although it requires some prep work to stuff and secure the chicken breasts, the end result is well worth the effort. This recipe is a great way to mix up your typical chicken dinner routine, and is sure to impress your family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
3.In a mixing bowl, combine the crabmeat, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, sage, pepper, and salt.
4.Fill each flattened chicken breast with the crabmeat mixture and secure with toothpicks.
5.Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the stuffed chicken breasts until golden brown.
6.Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish and pour in the white wine, coconut milk, ginger, and chicken bouillon granules.
7.Bake the chicken breasts in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
8.In a small saucepan, combine coconut cream, half-and-half, cornstarch, and water. Cook the mixture over medium heat until thickened.
9.Serve the stuffed chicken breasts with the coconut cream sauce on the side.

PROS

Stuffed chicken breasts are elevated with the addition of crabmeat, making for a unique and flavorful dish.

This recipe is easy to follow and results in a delicious meal that is perfect for a special occasion or even just a weeknight dinner.

CONS

This recipe requires a bit of prep work to stuff the chicken breasts, and may be a bit time-consuming.

Crabmeat can be quite expensive, so this recipe may not be the most budget-friendly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, essential for building and maintaining muscle mass.
Crabmeat is low in fat and calories, and is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids.

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