Pollo Alla Granchio (Seafood Stuffed Chicken)

This Pollo Alla Granchio is a sophisticated Italian dish that pairs tender, pounded chicken breasts with a luxurious stuffing of crabmeat, shrimp, and Parmesan cheese. The herbs oregano and marjoram add an aromatic earthiness that complements the sweet seafood. Served in a velvety sauce made with heavy cream, chicken stock, and fresh green onions, this meal offers a perfect balance of savory depth and creamy richness. It is an impressive yet manageable dinner option for date nights or special family gatherings, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen with minimal fuss.

Cooking Method: Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 964.4

Description

This Pollo Alla Granchio is a sophisticated Italian dish that pairs tender, pounded chicken breasts with a luxurious stuffing of crabmeat, shrimp, and Parmesan cheese. The herbs oregano and marjoram add an aromatic earthiness that complements the sweet seafood. Served in a velvety sauce made with heavy cream, chicken stock, and fresh green onions, this meal offers a perfect balance of savory depth and creamy richness. It is an impressive yet manageable dinner option for date nights or special family gatherings, bringing restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Crabmeat
Shrimp
Parmesan cheese, grated
Oregano, crushed
Marjoram, crushed
Bechamel cream, divided
Salt
Pepper
Crushed garlic, divided
Chicken breast
Butter
Heavy cream
Chicken stock
Cracked black pepper
Green onion

Directions

1
In a large bowl, combine the seafood stuffing ingredients.
2
Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until they are approximately 1/4 inch thick.
3
Spread the seafood stuffing evenly over the flattened chicken breasts.
4
Roll the chicken breasts up tightly and secure each roll with a wooden pick or toothpick.
5
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Sauté the stuffed chicken rolls in the butter until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes total.
7
Discard any excess oil from the pan if necessary, leaving enough fat for flavor.
8
Add the heavy cream, remaining garlic, chicken stock, cracked black pepper, sliced green onions, and the remaining bechamel cream to the skillet.
9
Simmer the chicken in the sauce over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 964.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 70.4g109%
Saturated Fat 41.2g206%
Cholesterol 365.4mg122%
Sodium 1690mg71%
Total Carbohydrate 12.4g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 3.6g
Protein 68.5g137%

* 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, crab, shrimp, stuffed, italian, cream sauce, parmesan, seafood, dinner, comfort food, easy, romantic, main course, herbs, garlic, green onion, pan seared, simmered, family, vegetarian option

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