Stuffed Chicken Breast

Real prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 30 minutes
Serves 4
Side dish suggestions: rice, asparagus

Supplies:

• 1 baking dish or pan

From the freezer:

• 4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, thawed

From the pantry:

• 2 slices whole wheat bread, made into crumbs OR 1/2 c store bought crumbs

Fresh:

• 2 oz Neufchatel cheese
• 4 slices turkey bacon
• 2 tbl chopped green onions
• 1 egg

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cook bacon according to package directions; crumble into pieces.
3. Slice chicken open (filet style) by cutting through the middle of the chicken so it opens like a book.
4. Add 1/2 ounce strip of cheese, add 1 strip of bacon crumbles, and 1 tsp green onions.

1. Fold chicken over. Coat with egg and breadcrumbs. Place in baking dish (use parchment paper underneath for easy clean up!).

1. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Approx. calories: 200 per serving