Variation On A Classic Dish

Chard Leaves Stuffed with Chicken and Rice

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Chard Leaves Stuffed with Chicken and Rice

Chard leaves stuffed with chicken and rice - Healthy and interesting!

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Health Score:
83 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
35 min.
Preparation
ready in 1 hr 5 min.
Ready in
Calories:
363
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

Whole grain rice contains valuable nutrients, including in particular the B vitamins, which are essential for our nerves and for the metabolism.

If you prefer to enjoy this delicious classic variation vegetarian, simply replace the chicken breast fillet with tofu - it tastes just as good.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie363 cal.(17 %)
Protein26 g(27 %)
Fat17 g(15 %)
Carbohydrates25 g(17 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage3.2 g(11 %)
Vitamin A0.7 mg(88 %)
Vitamin D0.7 μg(4 %)
Vitamin E2.8 mg(23 %)
Vitamin K2.9 μg(5 %)
Vitamin B₁0.3 mg(30 %)
Vitamin B₂0.4 mg(36 %)
Niacin15.8 mg(132 %)
Vitamin B₆0.6 mg(43 %)
Folate62 μg(21 %)
Pantothenic acid1.7 mg(28 %)
Biotin10.6 μg(24 %)
Vitamin B₁₂0.6 μg(20 %)
Vitamin C39 mg(41 %)
Potassium742 mg(19 %)
Calcium144 mg(14 %)
Magnesium127 mg(42 %)
Iron5 mg(33 %)
Iodine9 μg(5 %)
Zinc2.2 mg(28 %)
Saturated fatty acids8.4 g
Uric acid224 mg
Cholesterol206 mg

Ingredients

for
4
Ingredients
3 ½ ozs Brown basmati rice
salt
12 large Chard leaf (green and red)
5 ozs cooked firm Boiled potato
10 ozs chicken breast fillets
2 garlic cloves
1 Tbsp olive oil
peppers
3 ½ ozs cream cheese
2 egg yolks
1 oz melted butter (2 TBSP.)
How healthy are the main ingredients?
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Preparation steps

1.

Cook rice in 2.5 times the amount of boiling salted water for about 30-35 minutes.

2.

Meanwhile, clean chard leaves, wash and pat dry. Peel potato and finely dice. Rinse chicken breast fillets, dab dry and dice finely. Peel and dice garlic.

3.

Heat oil in a frying pan. Add chicken cubes and sauté for 4 minutes over medium heat. Add garlic, sauté for 2 minutes, season with salt and pepper and let cool for about 5 minutes. Then mix with cream cheese, egg yolks, potato cubes and rice.

4.

Lay out chard leaves on the work surface. Spread rice mixture on top and fold leaves in, tying with kitchen twine or securing with a toothpick, if necessary. Place side by side in a baking dish and brush with butter. Cook in preheated oven at 160 °C / 320 °F for 30 minutes.