Chicken breast wallets

Chicken breast wallets

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6

If you want to impress your family or friends with a savory and elegant dish, chicken breast wallets are the perfect choice. This simple and quick recipe will bring a touch of refinement to your table. Let's get started!

Ingredients:
- 3 large chicken breasts
- 150 g mozzarella cheese
- 150 g fresh spinach (or frozen)
- 50 g grated parmesan
- 2-3 cloves of garlic
- 1 egg
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
- Balsamic vinegar or tomato sauce for serving (optional)

Preparation:

1. Preparing the chicken breast: Start by cleaning the chicken breasts of skin and fat. Then, cut each breast in half horizontally, resulting in 6 pieces. Use a meat mallet to gently flatten them, covering with plastic wrap to avoid splattering. This will help the meat cook evenly and make the wallet easier to fill.

2. Preparing the filling: In a pan, add a little olive oil and sauté the crushed garlic until golden. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. If using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and drain it well. Once the spinach is ready, add the mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan, mixing well to achieve a uniform composition. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Filling the wallets: Take each flattened piece of chicken and place a portion of the spinach and cheese filling on one side. Fold the meat over the filling, forming a "wallet" and secure it with a toothpick to prevent it from opening while cooking.

4. Dipping in egg and breadcrumbs: Beat the egg in a small bowl. In another bowl, place the breadcrumbs. First, dip each wallet in the egg, then in the breadcrumbs, ensuring it is evenly coated. This crust will add a delicious crispy texture.

5. Frying: In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the wallets (do not overcrowd, fry in batches) and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Make sure they are well cooked inside, as the chicken must reach an internal temperature of 75 degrees Celsius.

6. Serving: Remove the wallets from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve them hot, drizzled with balsamic vinegar or alongside tomato sauce for a refreshing touch. You can also add a green salad for a pleasant contrast.

Practical tips:
- You can experiment with the filling: add mushrooms or olives for a more intense flavor.
- If you want an even healthier dish, you can bake the wallets in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- This dish can be frozen, so you can prepare a double batch and keep it for days when you don't have time to cook.

Enjoy this delicious chicken breast wallet recipe, which is sure to bring a smile to your loved ones' faces!

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