Description
Spinach stuffed chicken is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, savory spinach filling, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent the chicken from sticking.
2. Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through. Rub the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach, minced garlic, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix until the ingredients are well-incorporated and the filling is creamy.
4. Spoon the spinach filling into the pocket of each chicken breast. Secure the chicken with toothpicks or kitchen twine to keep the filling in place.
5. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
6. Remove the toothpicks or twine and serve the delicious spinach stuffed chicken hot, accompanied by your favorite sides.
Notes
Consider alternative cooking methods such as grilling or pan-searing for a char-grilled flavor.
Get creative with the filling by adding ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes or a blend of different cheeses.
Brine the chicken breasts in a saltwater solution for 30 minutes before stuffing to ensure they stay moist and tender.
Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg