Note: This high-calorie recipe is especially for kids and teens with cystic fibrosis (CF), who may need additional calories to meet their nutritional needs.

    This creamy chicken dish is a quick and easy meal to make on busy weeknights.

    Prep time: 1 hour

    What you need:

    • 4 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 4 1-ounce slices Swiss cheese
    • 1/2 can of condensed cream of chicken soup
    • 2 tablespoons chicken broth
    • 1/2 cup stuffing mix
    • 1/4 cup butter, melted

    What to do:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (176ºC).
    2. Arrange chicken in a lightly greased baking dish.
    3. Top each piece of chicken with cheese slices.
    4. In a separate bowl, combine soup and chicken broth. Mix well. (Freeze the remainder of the soup for later use.)
    5. Pour the soup mixture over the chicken.
    6. In a separate bowl, mix stuffing crumbs and butter together. Put bread crumbs on top of chicken.
    7. Bake for 30-40 minutes. Be sure that chicken is no longer pink inside.

    Nutritional analysis (per serving):

    • 539 calories
    • 51g protein
    • 25g fat
    • 953mg sodium
    • 279mg calcium

    Serves: 4

    Serving size: 1 chicken breast

    Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

    Variations and suggestions:

    Serve with your favorite rice or pasta dish.

Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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