Lunch: Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Comforting chicken and rice is even more delicious when salty, savory ham and gooey cheese are added to the mix.

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Chicken Breast

Health and fertility benefits of Crispy Ham and Cheese Chicken with Sweet Peas and Rice

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

1 tbsp. whole-grain mustard
Black pepper
2 oz. Gruyère
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 large thin slices deli ham
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. instant rice
1 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. Chopped chives

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick foil. In a small bowl, combine the mustard and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; stir in the cheese.
Pound the thickest part of the chicken so it is 1/2-inch thick.
Lay 2 ham slices horizontally and slightly overlapping on your work surface. Spoon 1/4 of the cheese mixture onto the middle and top with a chicken breast (top-side down). Wrap the ham slices around the chicken. Repeat with the remaining pieces of chicken.
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken (seam-side down first) until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken, seam-side down, to the prepared baking sheet and roast until the chicken is cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the rice according to package directions. Fold in the peas, then the chives. Serve with the chicken.

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