Spinach Garlic Stuffed Chicken Breast
This delicious Spinach Garlic Stuffed Chicken Breast features tender chicken filled with a creamy, savory mixture of fresh spinach, garlic, and cheese, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 6 ounces each
- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed, roughly chopped Baby spinach can be used for convenience.
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Can substitute with mascarpone or low-fat cream cheese.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Pecorino Romano can be used for a sharper flavor.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste Taste the mixture before stuffing.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed for searing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff it with the spinach and cheese mixture.
Cooking
- Heat more olive oil in the skillet and sear both sides of the stuffed chicken breasts until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious stuffed chicken.
Notes
Make-ahead by assembling stuffed breasts and refrigerating up to 24 hours before cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For variations, consider Mediterranean flavors by adding sun-dried tomatoes and feta.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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