Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 bone-in chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Meat mallet
- Kitchen twine
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, rosemary, sage, onion, celery, carrot, garlic, chicken broth, and melted butter.
3. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
4. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
5. Spoon the breadcrumb mixture onto the center of each chicken breast.
6. Roll up the chicken breasts and tie with kitchen twine.
7. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the stuffing is golden brown.
9. Remove the kitchen twine from the chicken breasts and serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 45g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Panko breadcrumbs can be used instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Any type of hard cheese can be used instead of Parmesan cheese.
- Dried herbs can be used instead of fresh herbs.
Variations:
- Add chopped mushrooms to the stuffing mixture.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of bone-in chicken breasts.
- Add chopped nuts to the stuffing mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
- Use kitchen twine to keep the stuffing inside the chicken breasts.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover stuffed chicken Maryland in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the stuffed chicken Maryland in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the stuffed chicken Maryland on a bed of mashed potatoes or rice.
Garnishes:
Garnish the stuffed chicken Maryland with chopped fresh herbs.
Pairings:
Pair the stuffed chicken Maryland with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice pilaf
- Roasted vegetables
- Side salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the stuffing is not browning, broil the chicken for a few minutes at the end of cooking time.
- If the chicken is not cooked through, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Wash your hands and all surfaces that come into contact with raw chicken.
Food history:
The dish "Chicken Maryland" originated in the United States and typically consists of a fried chicken breast served with gravy and mashed potatoes.
Flavor profiles:
The stuffed chicken Maryland is savory and herbaceous with a crispy breadcrumb coating.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the stuffed chicken Maryland with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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