Mozzarella Chicken
Description
Breaded and baked chicken oozes with a delectable mozzarella filling tinged with garlic.
Ingredients
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4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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1/4 cup butter
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salt and pepper to taste
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4 slices mozzarella cheese
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1 egg, beaten
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2 cups all-purpose flour for coating
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1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
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1/4 cup butter
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1 cup dry white wine
Directions
1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Place chicken breasts between 2 sheets of wax paper. Pound each to 1/4 inch thickness. Spread butter/margarine over the inside, then add salt and pepper to taste.
3
Place slice of cheese on breast, roll and close with toothpicks. Repeat with each breast. Dip rolled breasts in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Place coated breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
4
To Make Sauce: In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter and add garlic. Add wine and simmer all together. Pour sauce over chicken and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes.