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Ingredients
Chicken Packets
- Ingredients
- 1 Zucchini (about 8 ounces)
- salt
- 4 canned Artichoke hearts
- 1 oz sun-dried tomatoes (without oil)
- 2 tsps olive oil
- 2 Chicken breasts (about 6 ounces)
- peppers
- ½ cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 3 sprigs Basil
Rinse the zucchini, wipe dry and thinly slice lengthwise. Lightly salt and let stand for 10 minutes in a bowl.
Meanwhile, drain the artichoke hearts and cut into quarters.
Cut the sun-dried tomatoes into thin strips.
Cut aluminum foil into 2 pieces, each approximately 12 x 12 inches. Coat each with 1 teaspoon oil.
Arrange the zucchini slices on top.
Rinse the chicken, pat dry and place it on the zucchini. Season with salt and pepper.
Scatter tomatoes and artichoke hearts over the chicken. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
Fold over the foil to enclose the contents, leaving a small opening.
Pour half of the white wine into each packet and then completely seal.
Place the packets on a baking sheet and steam in a preheated oven at 425°F/convection 400°F until cooked through, or about 30 minutes.
Rinse the basil, shake dry and pluck leaves. Remove packets from the oven, carefully cut open (the steam is very hot!) and serve, sprinkled with basil.
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie | 289 cal. | (14 %) | ||
Protein | 46 g | (47 %) | ||
Fat | 5 g | (4 %) | ||
Carbohydrates | 10 g | (7 %) | ||
Sugar added | 0 g | (0 %) | ||
Roughage | 13.5 g | (45 %) |
Healthy, because
These chicken packets are full of nutrients, which can stimulate digestion, lower cholesterol levels, and protect the heart and blood vessels. Cooking in foil also prevents the ingredients' vitamins from breaking down in the heat and cuts down on fat.
Even smarter
If you want to impress your guests with something special, you can double or triple the recipe without spending much extra time. This recipe is also perfect for children if you replace the wine with broth.