Ontario Peach and Brie Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast

Number of servings : 4

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Type of meal : | Main Courses | Main Courses

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Ingredients

1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
2 tsp each of cassia, cardamom and star anise
5 Ontario peaches, washed and peeled – slice 4 peaches and dice 1 peach
4 chicken breast – skinless and boneless
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 oz Brie cheese, cut into 1 oz slices
8 basil leaves, washed
4 bamboo skewers, soaked in water

Directions

1. Preheat BBQ to 425ûF (230ûC).
2. In a small saucepan over high heat, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 1 minute. To mixture add mixed spices and sliced peaches, bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer and cook for another 10 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature, remove spices and then purée in blender until smooth. Add diced peach and set aside for later use.
3. Place chicken breasts on clean work surface. Using a sharp knife and focusing on one breast at a time, cut a 3-inch (7.5-cm) long slit horizontally into one side of the chicken breast to form a pocket. Take about 2 tbsp (30 mL) of the purée mixture and spread in the pocket of each breast. Then, stuff each breast with 2 basil leaves and a piece of Brie. In a horizontal and weaving fashion, secure each breast with one skewer, then season with salt and pepper.
4. Place chicken on preheated grill and cook for 6 minutes, on each side, or until internal temperature registers to 165ûF (74ûC). Remove from grill and rest for 2 minutes before serving with the balance of peach purée and your favourite summer-inspired garden salad.

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• Type of Meal Main Courses

Type of Meal Main Courses