CHICKEN MELBA (STUFFED CHICKEN WITH PEACHES AND BRIE)

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I have not met anyone yet who hasn't LOVED this dish. It is from my favorite cookbook, Simply Delicious Cooking. Enjoy! The picture I posted is actually the picture from the cookbook.

Provided by Trixyinaz

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 boneless chicken breasts
1 cup peach slices (if using canned, drain well)
6 ounces brie cheese
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 1/4 lbs raspberries
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons sherry wine
4 tablespoons fine sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • RASPBERRY COULIS: Puree raspberries in a food processor.
  • Strain.
  • Discard pulp and seeds.
  • Using 3 cups of the raspberry juice, mix the cornstarch, sherry and sugar together.
  • Heat slowly until sauce thickens.
  • Set aside.
  • CHICKEN MELBA: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pound each breast flat.
  • Top with peach slices and cheese.
  • Roll to fill the breast, secure with toothpicks if needed.
  • Place on a greased sheet and brush chicken with butter.
  • Place in oven and bake 15 minutes.
  • Pour heavy cream into Raspberry Coulis and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and serve.

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