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Cheesy Stuffed Ground Chicken Cutlets

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until combined.
  2. Divide chicken into 4 portions. Flatten each portion into an oval shape on parchment paper.
  3. Place 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella in the center of each patty.
  4. Fold meat edges over the cheese and seal completely into cutlets.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Cook cutlets for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Top each cutlet with 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce and remaining mozzarella.
  8. Cover skillet with a lid for 2 minutes until cheese melts completely.
  9. Cover skillet with a lid for 2 minutes until cheese melts completely.