Description
This stuffed chicken breast recipe features a delicious spinach and cheese filling, creating a comforting meal that is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped spinach, cream cheese, shredded cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Take each chicken breast and make a pocket in the side for stuffing.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and cheese mixture.
- Secure the openings with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken before stuffing can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: chicken
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: stuffed chicken, spinach, cheese, dinner, healthy