Juicy Stuffed Chicken
Indulge in this mouth-watering stuffed chicken recipe featuring tender boneless chicken breasts filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture. Each bite bursts with flavor, thanks to the blend of Italian herbs and melted mozzarella. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests, this dish is not only delicious but visually stunning, making it a star at any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for searing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting through completely.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté fresh spinach until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Generously stuff each chicken pocket with the mixture.
- Heat additional olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each stuffed chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 100mg