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Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts

June 25, 2013 by Nancy Lopez-McHugh

Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts Recipe by @SpicieFoodie | #chicken #pancetta #nuts #dinner

From Chicken Kiev to Chicken Cordon Blue, and everything in between, stuffed chicken breasts are a delicious and hassle free meal. Though Chicken Kiev and Cordon blue are among my favorite stuffed chicken breasts, the calories and frying are not something I care to indulge in on a regular basis. That’s why lighter stuffed chicken breasts, like the one I’m sharing today, make a fantastic alternative.

Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts Recipe by @SpicieFoodie | #chicken #pancetta #nuts #dinner

Today’s recipe, Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts, comes together so fast and I bet you have all the ingredients in your refrigerator. The stuffing brings together salty pancetta pieces with sweet caramelized onions and crunchy nuts. I used walnuts this time but pecans, almonds, or even pumpkin seeds can be used. A little more flavour boost is added with some minced garlic, salt and ground black pepper. Really a very simple meal that I know you and your family will love — we do!

Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts Recipe by @SpicieFoodie | #chicken #pancetta #nuts #dinner

On the side I served potato wedges that I spiced with turmeric, granulated garlic and salt. The potatoes were actually left over from the previous night so it was really a matter of only preparing the chicken breasts for this day’s dinner. You of course can serve the chicken with another vegetable of choice. But if you’d like to know how I make my roasted potatoes please read my Spicie Roasted Potatoes recipe.

5.0 from 5 reviews
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
25 mins
 
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts, a delicious and hassle free dinner your family will love. Serve them with turmeric spiced roasted potatoes for an extra healthy boost!
Author: SpicieFoodie.com &Nancy Lopez-McHugh
Recipe type: Dinner
Cuisine: World Cuisine
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Stuffing:
  • 100 gms pancetta*, finely sliced or chopped
  • 1 small yellow (brown) onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp finely crushed nuts of choice**
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • pinch of black pepper
  • extra virgin olive oil
Stuffed Chicken Breasts:
  • 2 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • pinch of salt and black pepper
  • extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Stuffing:
  1. Heat a little bit of olive oil and saute the onions until soft, browned and caramelized. Add the garlic, pancetta and pepper and cook until pancetta is crispy. Drain off any extra oil, add the crushed nuts and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Stuffed Chicken Breasts:
  1. Pound the chicken breasts into an even sized thickness. Rub a bit of salt and pepper on the meat. Add even amounts of the stuffing into the center of each breast, gently tuck and roll the chicken. Heat the oil and once hot add the chicken breasts. Cook on both sides until the juices run clear and the meat feel firm. You may cut into the meat to check for doneness. Serve with your favorite veggie side dishes.
Notes
*If pancetta is not available, use bacon.
**I used walnuts this time but pecans, almonds, or even pumpkin seeds can be used.
Recipe for potatoes can be found here.
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Chicken Breast Stuffed with Pancetta, Onions and Nuts Recipe by @SpicieFoodie | #chicken #pancetta #nuts #dinner

See how simple that was? You’ll only use one pan and dinner can be on the table in around 30 minutes. Enjoy!

 

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Comments

  1. Rosa says

    June 25, 2013 at 09:23

    A tasty dish! That stuffing is wonderful.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 16:04

      Thanks Rosa!

  2. Ramona says

    June 25, 2013 at 14:21

    Yum!! This dish has so much flavor!! It gives me ideas for more fun with chicken. :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 16:05

      That’s great, enjoy experimenting!

  3. Monique says

    June 25, 2013 at 14:47

    It looks delicious.. even your recipes are perfectly presented:)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 16:05

      Thanks so much Monique!:)

  4. Angie@Angie's Recipes says

    June 25, 2013 at 15:54

    The pancetta filling sounds fantastic! Would be great to use it as bun filling too.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 16:06

      Yes, that would be delicious — thanks for the idea Angie.:)

  5. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    June 25, 2013 at 18:11

    Your chicken looks delicious but it’s the potatoes I’m really craving…. I don’t eat them often, but yours look irresistible!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 18:14

      Thanks Laura, I’m crazy for potatoes and crave them often.:)

  6. RavieNomNoms says

    June 25, 2013 at 19:44

    What a great recipe! Looks like it has TONS of flavor!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 21:33

      Thank you Ravie, it does have loads of flavour.:)

  7. Janie says

    June 25, 2013 at 20:14

    D’you know, I don’t think I’ve ever stuffed a chicken breast! I may have to remedy that after seeing this recipes, esp as it has no dairy in! Great job Nancy :)
    Janie x

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 25, 2013 at 21:34

      Really? Well I do hope you give it a try. Thanks Janie:)

  8. Sandra says

    June 25, 2013 at 22:54

    The taco salad I’m having for dinner sounds really dull after this yummy post.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 00:16

      I’m sure your salad was great, thanks Sandra!

  9. Betty says

    June 26, 2013 at 02:18

    This is making me hungry for some right now! I have almost everything I need for this- I used the last of my bacon this morning. Time for a trip to the grocery. :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:42

      I hope you get the bacon and give the chicken a try. Thanks Betty:)

  10. Eha says

    June 26, 2013 at 05:05

    A fantastic recipe I have just put on the menu for tomorrow! You are quite right: I did have everything at home + quite a few of the alternates suggested also! Methinks I may have a ‘permanent file’ recipe here for which thanks!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:47

      That’s wonderful, Eha. Do let me know how you like it. Yes this recipe is one of those permanent lifers, it’s so easy to adjust to whatever you have at home. Thank you:)

  11. Patty says

    June 26, 2013 at 05:38

    I want this for dinner ;-). I’m always looking for interesting delicious new recipes for chicken, thanks Nancy ;-) ps. Love the potatoes too!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:42

      Thank you Patty!

  12. Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says

    June 26, 2013 at 06:14

    This sounds amazing! I love stuffed chicken recipes – so flavorful!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:42

      Thank you Amanda!:)

  13. Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says

    June 26, 2013 at 11:09

    This looks like the perfect dinner, I love it!!!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:43

      Thank you Consuelo!:)

  14. Medeja says

    June 26, 2013 at 11:43

    The stuffing sounds great! I think with chicken I would use almonds :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:43

      Thanks Medeja, and yes the almonds work well too.

  15. Amelia says

    June 26, 2013 at 17:58

    Hi Nancy. love this dish… EXCELLENT! The stuffing ingredients look great, very inviting dish. Your pictures is very impressive. 2 thumbs up for you.

    Have a wonderful day ahead.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:44

      Hi Amelia,

      Thank you so much! You too, have a great day:)

  16. Ash- foodfashionparty says

    June 26, 2013 at 19:32

    That looks delicious and flavorful. I don’t what it is about stuffed chicken, it makes it moist and so gourmet.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:44

      You’re right, Ash, and I think it’s all the juices from the stuffing that help. Thanks!

  17. Evelyne@cheapethniceatz says

    June 26, 2013 at 19:34

    Cannot remember the last time I stuffed anything like this and I assumed it was a long recipe to prepare. You have convinced me otherwise! The stuffing here sounds so good.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:45

      It’s so simple you could prepare it half asleep. Thanks Evelyne!

  18. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    June 26, 2013 at 20:01

    Stuffed chicken breasts are always a good idea, especially with those flavors!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:45

      Thank you Alyssa!

  19. Judit + Corina @WineDineDaily says

    June 26, 2013 at 22:26

    This looks Divine! Hmm… the stuffing would be delicious just with a piece of fresh bread.
    Cheers,
    J+C

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 26, 2013 at 23:46

      Oh, yes that would taste wonderful! Thank you Judit and Cornina:)

  20. Priscilla | ShesCookin says

    June 27, 2013 at 07:13

    Wonderful savory flavors here! Chicken Cordon Bleu is one of my all time favorite elegant, easy entrees – I’ll be trying this nutty pancetta version soon :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 27, 2013 at 18:20

      Thank you Priscilla and enjoy the chicken!

  21. tania@mykitchenstories.com.au says

    June 27, 2013 at 09:49

    Hi Nancy, your chicken looks delicious. There is nothing nicer than stuffed chicken especially when it involves pancetta and nuts. The perfect family meal

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 27, 2013 at 18:20

      Hi Tania! Thank you so much:)

  22. mjskit says

    June 28, 2013 at 05:04

    Oh my! What a delicious chicken dish! Absolutely love the stuffing and the whole dish does seem quite easy to make. Thanks!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 28, 2013 at 15:02

      Thank you MJ!

  23. bill says

    July 4, 2013 at 15:30

    Stuffed chicken breast is one of my favorite dishes and this recipe looks fantastic! I love your photography and it has inspired me to improve my photos. I’m a regular follower and I look forward to new posts!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      July 4, 2013 at 22:16

      Hi Bill, Glad to hear you also love stuffed chicken breasts. Thank you so much, I look forward to checking out your blog.:)

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