1.Cut a slice a pocket in the long side of the chicken, careful not to go right through.
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2.Fry the chicken on a pan so each side until it’ss white and starting to brown. (inside will be raw still, this just creates a nice shell for the mozzarella)
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3.Mush up the garlic and combine the teaspoon of basil to create a tiny amount ofgarlic paste. Cut the mozzarella into strips and spread the paste all over slices.
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4. Lay coated mozarella in the cihckens pocket
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5.(You can wrap ham or bacon around chicken now if you want) Secure with toothpicks.
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6. Add the sauce over the top of the chicken (in a glass oven-friendly dish) and place in the oven until cooked (about 20 minutes at 425 F),
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7. Ensure the chicken is piping hot and cooked thoroughly by slicing in thickest part.
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8. Bring out of bowl with a flipper or big spoon, cut on an angle and see the mozzarella melt out!
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8. Serve with side salad, or veggies.
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*Chicken is lean and this is a very healthy, low-fat, few calories dinner!*