Stuffed Chicken Breasts I

Description
Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 4 skinless and boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound), pounded to ¼-inch thickness
 * ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
 * ¼ teaspoon salt
 * 1 cup cooked brown rice (cooked in chicken broth)
 * ¼ cup finely diced fresh tomatoes
 * ¼ cup (1 ounce) finely shredded mozzarella Cheese
 * 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
 * 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

 * 1) Season insides of pounded chicken breasts with salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
 * 2) Combine rice, tomatoes, Cheese, basil and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper.
 * 3) Spoon rice mixture on top of pounded chicken breasts; fold over and secure sides with wooden picks. Wipe off outsides of chicken breasts with paper towel.
 * 4) Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook stuffed chicken breasts in hot oil 1 minute on each side or just until golden brown.
 * 5) Transfer chicken to shallow baking pan. Bake at 350 °F for 8 to 10 minutes.
 * 6) Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.