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Savory Chicken Bundles with Fresh Ingredients

Delicious bundles of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Kitchen Twine

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers Mix of red, yellow, and green.
  • 1 cup Zucchini Sliced into thin rounds or half-moons.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (Parsley and Thyme) Chopped.

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Wash and dry the bell peppers and zucchini.
  • Slice the bell peppers into small pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl.
  • Slice the zucchini into thin rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl with the bell peppers.
  • Minced the garlic cloves.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the diced bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crunchy.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Prepare the chicken breasts by slicing each horizontally to create a pocket.
  • Season the inside of each chicken pocket with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon the sautéed vegetable mixture into each chicken pocket.
  • Place the filled chicken pockets seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Tie each bundle securely with kitchen twine.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper before baking.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  • Baste the chicken bundles with juices halfway through baking.
  • Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Untie the kitchen twine and serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Consider adding cheese or spicy elements for variations. Serve with a light salad or roasted potatoes.
Keyword Easy