Description
Spinach stuffed chicken breast is a delectable dish that combines juicy chicken with a creamy spinach filling, making it perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your family and friends, bringing a burst of flavor to your dinner table. With its rich taste and beautiful presentation, this dish will quickly become a weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach (about 60g)
- 8 oz cream cheese (227g)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the spinach until wilted (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach with cream cheese, garlic powder, and Parmesan until creamy.
- Stuff each chicken pocket with the spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed breasts in a greased baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg