Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe, a perfect blend of creamy cheese and fresh spinach enveloped in tender chicken. This easy-to-make dish is not only budget-friendly but also ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just 20 minutes of preparation, you’ll have a meal that will impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. Packed with protein and greens, this healthy option is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
- â…“ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- â…› tsp garlic powder
- â…› tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, spinach, garlic, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until well blended.
- Mix together Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- On a cutting board, create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing it sideways without cutting all the way through. Rub olive oil over both sides and season with spice mixture.
- Stuff each breast with the spinach filling evenly.
- Place stuffed breasts in a baking dish and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg