Caprese Stuffed Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash

Preparation

• Preheat your oven to 400°F 
• Slice the tomato into 6 slices. 
• Cut mozzarella slices in half to make 4 smaller pieces. Set aside. 
• Peel and cut sweet potatoes into chunks, placing them in a pot of water. 
• Slice each chicken breast lengthwise, creating a pocket (like a book). 

How to Cook 

For the Chicken:

• Season both the inside and outside of the chicken with salt, pepper, and Lemon Pepper seasoning. 
• Fill each chicken breast with 3 slices of tomato, 2 pieces of mozzarella, and several basil leaves. Fold to close. 
• Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over high heat until it smokes. 
• Sear the stuffed chicken for 2 minutes per side. 
• Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes. 
• Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. 

For the Sweet Potato Mash:

• Bring the pot of sweet potatoes to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes or until tender. 
• Drain the water and return the sweet potatoes to the pot. 
• Add butter, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.  

Plating and serving:

• Plate the stuffed chicken, squeezing fresh lemon juice over the top. Serve a generous portion of sweet potato mash on the side. Enjoy your healthy and delicious meal!