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broccoli chicken

A delicious and healthy broccoli chicken recipe, perfect for dinner.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
  • 8 pieces thin chicken breast cutlets
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 0.75 cup whole wheat seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese cut in half
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 can olive oil spray
  • 4 skewers toothpicks

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spray a sheet pan with olive oil spray.
  • Microwave broccoli with 1 tablespoon water for 1 minute until soft. Drain and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg with water. In a separate bowl, place breadcrumbs.
  • If chicken isn't thin enough, pound it to 1/4 inch thickness. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Place a slice of cheddar in the center of each chicken cutlet, top with broccoli.
  • Roll up the chicken, securing with toothpicks to cover the filling completely.
  • Dip each roll into the egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs. Transfer to the sheet pan.
  • Spray the tops with olive oil and bake for approximately 25 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

Adjust cooking time based on your oven for perfect results.