Stuffed Lemon Thyme Chicken

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Stuffed Lemon Thyme Chicken for Dinner with Artichokes, Peppers and Feta
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

butcher 's kitchen twine
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts ( butterflied )
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon thyme ( minced )
salt and pepper , to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves , minced
14 1/2 ounces marinated artichoke hearts ( reserve the marinade )
8 ounces roasted red peppers ( canned )
1/2 cup feta cheese , crumbled
salt and pepper , to taste
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons reserved artichoke marinade
1 tablespoon fresh chives , minced
salt and pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
441
Sugar
4g
Fat
29g
Stuffed Lemon Thyme Chicken is a fantastic idea for dinner with its appealing flavor and aroma. It's a bit time-consuming, but the juicy and tender outcome will make you continuously want more. Marinated artichokes, roasted red peppers, garlic, thyme, and feta cheese add a sparkle of exquisiteness to the juicy chicken dish. The creamy, tangy sauce with sour cream and chives adds a delicious note to your taste buds. This recipe is sure to excite your dinner table!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.Butterfly chicken breasts and pound them thin. Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, and season each breast with lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3.In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and minced garlic for 1 minute. Add marinated artichokes, reserve marinade, and roasted peppers. Wait for the veggies to cook for 2-3 minutes.
4.Stuff each chicken breast with the artichoke-pepper mixture, then feta cheese. Tie the chicken with kitchen twine.
5.Heat the same skillet over medium heat, add stuffed chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side before placing them on a baking dish.
6.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
7.In a small mixing bowl, add sour cream, reserved artichoke marinade, chives, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture until thoroughly combined.
8.Slice stuffed chicken and serve with a dollop of sour cream mixture, sprinkle more chives for garnish.

PROS

Stuffed Lemon Thyme Chicken is packed with protein and deliciously flavored with garlic, lemon, herbs, marinated artichokes, roasted red peppers, and crumbled feta cheese.

It’s perfect for a hearty and healthy dinner.

CONS

The recipe calls for a lot of olive oil, which can be high in calories and fat for those who are calorie-conscious.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, and artichokes are loaded with antioxidants and help regulate blood sugar levels.
Roasted red peppers contain Vitamin C, and feta cheese is high in calcium, vitamins, and minerals that support bone health.
Moreover, sour cream is rich in probiotics and contributes to gut health.

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