Showstopper Chicken Surprise

By JanetLynn198

Ingredients

• 4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 1/3 lbs)
• 1 cup shredded smoked Rofumo cheese, smoked Gouda or cheddar (4oz)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 2 eggs, slightly beaten
• 3/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
• 1 tbsp peanut oil or other cooking oil

Preparation

Step 1

1. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket in the side of each chicken breast half. Stuff each pocket with about 1/4 cup of cheese. Secure openings with wooden toothpicks, if needed.

2. In a shallow dish, stir together flour, salt and pepper. Place eggs in another shallow dish, and place bread crumbs in a third shallow dish. Coat stuffed chicken breasts in flour mixture. Dip floured chicken in beaten eggs, then coat well with bread crumbs.

3. In a large, ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken 2-3 mins per side or till browned.

4. Transfer skillet to a 375 degree F oven and bake, uncovered, 12-15 mins or till chicken no longer is pink.