Caprese Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- salt & pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 4 chicken breasts, pounded very thin
- 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, sliced
- 4oz mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 222g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 371 | |
| Calories from Fat 198 | 53% |
| Total Fat 22.09g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 7.28g | 29% |
| Trans Fat 0.17g | |
| Cholesterol 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium 264mg | 11% |
| Potassium 548mg | 16% |
| Total Carbs 4.22g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 3% |
| Sugars 0.99g | 1% |
| Protein 37.63g | 60% |
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