Almond-Apricot Chicken With Mint Pesto

"This is a Martha Stewart recipe. A friend made this for a Lions Club dinner. I haven't tried it, but my friend said it is very good and everyone liked it."
 
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Ready In:
45mins
Ingredients:
10
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cut a slit in one side of each chicken breast to create a pocket about 4 inches long.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup almonds with the goat cheese and apricots.
  • Stuff each breast with 1/4 of the mixture.
  • Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • On a plate combine breadcrumbs and remaining 1/4 cup almonds.
  • Dip each breast into egg, then dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook chicken until golden, 3-4 minutes on each side.
  • Transfer to oven and bake until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Serve hot with pesto on the side.

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