Spinach and Pesto Stuffed Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1/4 cup italian dressing , plus
2 tbsp italian dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp pepper
1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, cooked and squeezed dry
1 cup fresh breadcrumb
4 whole boneless chicken breasts, halved (about 2 lbs)

Directions:

In food processor or blender, process 1/4 c Italian dressing with basil, cheese and pepper until blended. In medium bowl, thoroughly combine dressing mixture, spinach and bread crumbs.
With knife parallel to cutting board, make deep, 3 long cut in center of each chicken breast half to form pocket. Evenly stuff pockets with spinach mixture.
Line large, shallow baking pan or broiler rack with aluminum foil and arrange chicken evenly. Brush with remaining 2 tbsp Italian dressing.
Broil, turning once, 7 minutes or until chicken is done.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	169.91 Kcal (711 kJ)
Calories from fat	47.9 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.32g	8%
Cholesterol	70.32mg	23%
Sodium	476.21mg	20%
Potassium	348.16mg	7%
Total Carbs	6.2g	2%
Sugars	1.22g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.43g	2%
Protein	24.62g	49%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	1%
Iron	0.5mg	3%
Calcium	56.3mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	105.11 Kcal (440 kJ)
Calories from fat	29.63 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.29g	8%
Cholesterol	43.5mg	23%
Sodium	294.58mg	20%
Potassium	215.37mg	7%
Total Carbs	3.83g	2%
Sugars	0.76g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.26g	2%
Protein	15.23g	49%
Vitamin C	0.2mg	1%
Iron	0.3mg	3%
Calcium	34.8mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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