SHRIMP-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS

Shrimp-Stuffed Chicken Breasts image

Filled with a flavorful mix of shrimp, mayonnaise, onions and tarragon, these golden chicken breasts are special enough to serve at a family celebration or dinner party. I round out the meal with grilled bell pepper wedges and grilled pineapple rings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2-1/2 cups frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke, optional
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, onions, mayonnaise, tarragon, lemon juice and Liquid Smoke if desired. Place about 1/3 cup down the center of each chicken breast half; fold chicken over filling and secure with toothpicks., Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 230mg cholesterol, Sodium 739mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 45g protein.