Chicken breast in an envelope, baked with vegetables and cheese

4 servings

60 minutes

Chicken breast in an envelope, baked with vegetables and cheese, is a dish that combines the juiciness of meat, aromatic spices, and the tenderness of melted cheese. Its roots go back to Russian cuisine, where baking in envelopes helps preserve the richness of flavors. Vegetables soaked in chicken juices and spices create a harmonious blend of freshness and spiciness. The tender breast infused with herbs and olive oil becomes soft and melts in the mouth, while cheese adds richness and an appetizing texture to the dish. It is an ideal option for a family dinner or a light festive meal that combines simplicity of preparation with exquisite taste. It should be served immediately after baking, lightly drizzled with oil for a special aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 672.8
• Proteins: 47.9g
• Fats: 46.4g
• Carbohydrates: 16.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 2 pc
• Onion: 2 pc
• Chopped celery stalk: 20 g
• Red sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Green bell pepper: 1 pc
• Kefalotyri cheese: 250 g
• Finely chopped garlic: 4 clove
• Oregano: 2 tsp
• Extra virgin olive oil: 6 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the chicken breast into large cubes and marinate in 1 tablespoon of olive oil with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 2 pieces
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 6 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Fry the chicken breast in the pan until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 2 pieces

3. Clean and chop the onion and celery, slice the pepper into half rings, mince the garlic, and sauté the vegetables in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 pieces
   • Chopped celery stalk: 20 g
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Green bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Finely chopped garlic: 4 cloves
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 6 tablespoons

4. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Divide the vegetables and chicken breast into 4 equal portions.

5. Place pieces of chicken breast on baking paper, sprinkle with oregano, and add vegetables on top. Add cheese cut into 1.5 cm cubes to each portion. Fold the edges of the envelope.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 2 pieces
   • Oregano: 2 teaspoons
   • Onion: 2 pieces
   • Chopped celery stalk: 20 g
   • Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
   • Green bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Finely chopped garlic: 4 cloves
   • Kefalotyri cheese: 250 g

6. Place the envelopes on a greased baking sheet, spray with water, and bake for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender and juicy.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 6 tablespoons

7. Sprinkle the finished dish with a little olive oil and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 6 tablespoons