Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

Chicken Breast

boneless, pounded

2 unit

Chicken Thigh

boneless, pounded

1 cup

Mint

chopped

1 cup

Cilantro

chopped

0.5 cup

Pine Nuts

raw

0.25 cup

Lemon Juice

fresh

0.25 cup

Feta Cheese

crumbled

1 unit

Olive Oil

0.25 tsp

Sea Salt

5 pinch

Black Pepper

coarse ground

12 slice

Pancetta

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

9 unit

Blood Oranges

peeled and skinned

1 unit

Orange

1 cup

Tangerine Juice

2 cup

Red Wine

0.5 cup

Orange Curacao

0.75 cup

Port Wine

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2
~4 min

Lay chicken out on a flat surface.

Step 3
~4 min

Place about 1-2 tablespoons of pesto in each pounded chicken breast or thigh.

Step 4
~4 min

Roll up tight, like a burrito.

Step 5
~4 min

Cover each breast or thigh in pancetta, making sure to cover all ends.

Step 6
~4 min

Wrap tightly with kitchen string, first on long ends, then twice around middles.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat saucepan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 8
~4 min

Add rolled breasts or thighs and sear until golden brown and uniform in color.

Step 9
~4 min

Place in casserole dish and bake for 15 minutes (breasts) or 25 minutes (thighs).

Step 10
~4 min

Remove from oven and let rest for about five minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Place on serving platter or individual plates and slice on the diagonal.

Step 12
~4 min

Spoon blood orange sauce over top.

Step 13
~4 min

Combine all pesto ingredients in a food processor.

Step 14
~4 min

Drizzle olive oil while pulsing until a smooth, thick consistency is achieved.

Step 15
~4 min

Check for salt, pepper, and lemon juice, adjusting as needed.

Step 16
~4 min

Blend on high until as smooth as possible.

Step 17
~4 min

For the Blood Orange Reduction, combine all reduction ingredients in a large pot.

Step 18
~4 min

Cook down for about 5 hours, or until thick and fragrant.

Step 19
~4 min

Spoon over stuffed chicken or use for other purposes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the blood orange reduction a day or two in advance for enhanced flavor.

Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it can dry out.

Adjust the pesto ingredients to your taste preferences.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Pesto and Blood Orange Reduction can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Serve with a side of risotto.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Asparagus
Creamy Polenta

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Celebratory meals, showcasing fresh ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Special Occasion
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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