Cheddar Chicken Surprise

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Cheddar Chicken Surprise is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with rich, aged white Cheddar cheese and wrapped in savory Black Forest ham. Crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, impressing guests with its delicious flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breasts
  • 1 cup grated well-aged white Cheddar cheese
  • 4 large thin slices Black Forest ham
  • 1 cup seasoned flour
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Slice each piece of chicken breast open to form a cavity.
  2. Stuff with cheese and reshape meat with hands.
  3. Wrap in a slice of ham.
  4. Carefully dredge chicken in flour and then dip in beaten egg.
  5. Thoroughly coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Ensure chicken is well-coated to prevent cheese leakage during cooking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

695 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 20.9g 42% DV
Total Fat 39.4g 51% DV
Carbs 64.3g 23% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10221.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 378.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 108.3mg 36% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 106.5mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 0.3mg
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 335mg 26% DV
Iron 3.6mg 20% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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