Description
Savory Spinach Stuffed Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that marries tender chicken breasts with a rich spinach and cheese filling. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive meal for any occasion. With juicy chicken and vibrant greens, it’s a feast for both the eyes and taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or date nights, this dish will have your guests raving about your culinary skills!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 5 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for greasing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted (about 3-4 minutes), then set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the sautéed spinach with cream cheese, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create pockets; season inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Stuff each pocket generously with the spinach filling and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place stuffed chicken in a greased baking dish, drizzle with remaining olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through (165°F/75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg