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Chicken Rolls Amandine – Microwave

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These Chicken Rolls Amandine offer a quick yet elegant solution for weeknight dinners. The dish features tender chicken breasts pounded thin and rolled around a savory filling of crispy bacon, saut&# 195;©ed mushrooms, and fresh herbs. The addition of toasted almonds provides a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft chicken, while a dollop of yogurt or sour cream adds a creamy richness. This microwave-friendly recipe cooks in minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you crave something substantial and flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 732.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Chicken Rolls Amandine offer a quick yet elegant solution for weeknight dinners. The dish features tender chicken breasts pounded thin and rolled around a savory filling of crispy bacon, saut&# 195;©ed mushrooms, and fresh herbs. The addition of toasted almonds provides a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft chicken, while a dollop of yogurt or sour cream adds a creamy richness. This microwave-friendly recipe cooks in minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you crave something substantial and flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve with steamed vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
  • 4 ea Slices bacon
  • 1/3 cup Chopped fresh mushrooms
  • 1/4 tablespoon Snipped chives
  • 1/4 cup Chopped almonds toasted
  • 1/4 teaspoon Dried thyme,crushed
  • 1 ea Whole chicken breast *
  • 1 Plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 Sliced almonds toasted
  • 1 Snipped shives
Directions
  1. 1
    Place bacon slices in a microwave-safe dish lined with paper towels. Microwave on HIGH for 4-5 minutes until crisp. Drain fat, reserving 2 tablespoons.
  2. 2
    In the reserved bacon fat, combine chopped mushrooms and 1 tablespoon of snipped chives. Microwave covered for 45-60 seconds until tender.
  3. 3
    Stir the cooked bacon, 1/4 cup toasted chopped almonds, and crushed thyme into the mushroom mixture to create the filling.
  4. 4
    Skin and bone the chicken breast, then cut it lengthwise into two even pieces.
  5. 5
    Place each chicken piece between sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a mallet until about 1/8 inch thick.
  6. 6
    Season one side of each chicken breast half with salt and pepper.
  7. 7
    Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the seasoned side of each chicken piece. Roll up tightly like a jelly roll.
  8. 8
    Place rolls seam-side down in a microwave-safe pie plate. Microwave uncovered on HIGH for 3-5 minutes, turning halfway through, until chicken is cooked through.
  9. 9
    Serve immediately with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, garnished with sliced almonds and remaining chives.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 732.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 55.0g85%
Saturated Fat 15.6g78%
Cholesterol 70.0mg24%
Sodium 1747.3mg73%
Total Carbohydrate 8.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 3.1g
Protein 51.0g102%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, bacon, mushrooms, almonds, amandine, microwave, rolls, stuffing, quick meal, easy dinner, protein, chives, thyme, savory, comfort food, weeknight, crunchy, creamy, yogurt, sour cream
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