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Hawaiian Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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These Hawaiian Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that are perfect for a fun weeknight dinner. The tender chicken is pounded thin and rolled around a moist mixture of chicken-flavored stuffing, crisp green peppers, and juicy crushed pineapple. A tangy glaze made from brown sugar, vinegar, and ground ginger is spooned over the rolls before baking, creating a sticky, aromatic crust that complements the soft interior. This dish brings a taste of the tropics to your table without requiring exotic ingredients. It pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables, making it a complete and satisfying meal for the whole family.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 418.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Hawaiian Stuffed Chicken Breasts are a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors that are perfect for a fun weeknight dinner. The tender chicken is pounded thin and rolled around a moist mixture of chicken-flavored stuffing, crisp green peppers, and juicy crushed pineapple. A tangy glaze made from brown sugar, vinegar, and ground ginger is spooned over the rolls before baking, creating a sticky, aromatic crust that complements the soft interior. This dish brings a taste of the tropics to your table without requiring exotic ingredients. It pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables, making it a complete and satisfying meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
  • 2/3 cup Hot water
  • 2 tablespoon Margarine
  • 2 cup Chicken flavor stuffing mix
  • 1 can Crushed pineapple in syrup
  • 4 Chicken Breast halves*
  • 1 Green Pepper,med,chopped**
  • 2 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground ginger
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. 2
    Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/4-inch thickness.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine the hot water and margarine until the margarine melts.
  4. 4
    Stir in the stuffing mix, chopped green pepper, and half of the crushed pineapple with its syrup.
  5. 5
    Spoon the stuffing mixture evenly over the flattened chicken breasts, leaving a small border at the edges.
  6. 6
    Roll the chicken breasts up tightly and secure each roll with toothpicks.
  7. 7
    Place the chicken rolls in a 9-inch square baking dish. Pour any remaining stuffing mixture into the center of the pan.
  8. 8
    In a small bowl, mix the remaining pineapple and syrup with the brown sugar, vinegar, and ground ginger.
  9. 9
    Spoon this glaze evenly over the chicken rolls.
  10. 10
    Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 418.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.8g31%
Saturated Fat 5.6g28%
Cholesterol 107.0mg36%
Sodium 182.7mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 21.6g8%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 18.0g
Protein 33.2g67%

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

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