Stuffed Chicken Breast with Tomato & Mozzarella on Rice with Creamy Herb Sauce
Tender chicken breast, filled with aromatic tomato and creamy mozzarella – served with fluffy rice and a delicate herb sauce.
This dish combines Mediterranean freshness with creamy seasoning and is perfect for camping or at home. Quickly prepared in a pan, satisfying and full of flavor – a real treat for anyone who loves uncomplicated yet refined dishes.
Ingredients for 2 servings
For the chicken:
• 2 chicken breast fillets
• 1 ball mozzarella
• 2 tomatoes (or a few cherry tomatoes)
• Salt & pepper (season with salt and pepper)
• a little olive oil
For the rice:
• 150 g basmati rice or long-grain rice
• 1 tsp salt
For the herb sauce:
• 200 ml cream or cooking cream
• 100 ml vegetable broth
• 1 tsp mustard
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, chives, basil) or frozen herb mixture
• Salt & pepper
Preparation:
1. Cook rice according to package instructions in lightly salted water and keep warm.
2. Slice the chicken breast lengthwise to create a pocket. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Slice the tomatoes and mozzarella. Fill the chicken breasts and secure with toothpicks.
4. Heat a little olive oil in a pan. Brown the stuffed chicken breast on both sides until golden. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for approx. 10–12 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
5. For the sauce, bring cream and broth to a boil in a small pot. Stir in mustard and lemon juice. Finely chop the herbs and stir them in. Season with salt and pepper and let simmer briefly.
6. Distribute the rice on plates, place the chicken breast on top, and pour the creamy herb sauce over it.
Tip:
• For extra flavor, spread the stuffed chicken breast with a little pesto, herb cream cheese, or fresh spinach before filling.
• For baking or a lower-fat preparation, the stuffed chicken breast can also be cooked on baking paper in the oven – this keeps it particularly juicy.
• The chicken breasts can also be excellently prepared in a pan, ideal for camping or outdoor cooking with a gas stove or gas grill.
