Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450*F.
2. 2
   Coat a shallow roasting pan with a little bit of olive oil.
3. 3
   In a shallow bowl, lightly beat the egg with the salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Place 1/2 cup of the breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, combine the cheese with the remaining breadcrumbs.
6. 6
   Using a small, sharp knife, cut a pocket into the thickest portion of each breast half; separate the pockets, one by one, and fill each with 2 Tbsp.
7. 7
   of the cheese mixture.
8. 8
   Smooth the outside edge of each breast to seal.
9. 9
   Dip the stuffed breasts, one at a time, into the egg, then the breadcrumbs, lightly pressing the crumbs into the chicken; place in the roasting pan.
10. 10
    Brush the chicken with a little bit of additional olive oil.
11. 11
    Bake until crispy, browned, and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, 20-25 minutes.