Description
Learn how to make delicious Stuffed Chicken Breast with a flavorful spinach and cheese filling. This hearty and satisfying dish is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the filling:
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or thawed from frozen and squeezed dry)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the filling: Mix together spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a bowl.
- Stuff the chicken: Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Season and bake: Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Secure chicken with toothpicks if needed.
- You can customize the filling with sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, or artichokes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
