Rice-stuffed Chicken Breasts

== Description ==
Makes 4 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 4 skinless and boneless chicken breast halves, (about 1 pound) pounded to ¼-inch thickness
* ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
* ¼ teaspoon salt
* 1 cup cooked brown rice (cooked in chicken broth)
* ¼ cup finely diced fresh tomatoes
* ¼ cup (1 ounce) finely shredded mozzarella cheese
* 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
== Directions ==
# Season insides of pounded chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
# Combine rice, tomatoes, cheese, basil and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper.
# Spoon rice mixture on insides of chicken breasts; secure sides with wooden picks.
# Wipe off outsides of chicken breasts with paper towel.
# Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
# Cook stuffed chicken breasts in hot oil 1 minute on each side or just until golden brown.
# Transfer chicken to shallow baking pan.
# Bake at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes.
# Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
Category:American Meat Dishes
Category:Main Dish Poultry Recipes
Category:Tomato Recipes
Category:Brown rice Recipes
Category:Mozzarella Recipes
Category:Chicken Recipes
Category:Basil Recipes