Spinach Stuffed Chicken
A vibrant and hearty dish with chicken filled with a creamy mixture of spinach and cheeses, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach mixture.
- Sear the stuffed chicken breasts in a skillet with olive oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, feel free to switch up the cheeses or add herbs like basil or thyme.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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