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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken

A simple yet elegant weeknight dish with chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy mix of cheese and spinach, seared to perfection and baked until juicy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (packed) Substitute with 3/4 cup thawed, well-drained frozen spinach if needed.
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened Room temperature helps mixing. Use Neufchâtel for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Shredded melts better than slices.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until even and spreadable.
  3. Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, cut a horizontal pocket through the thickest part of each breast, leaving the edges intact.
  4. Spoon the filling into each pocket. Press the opening closed and secure with toothpicks if needed. Don’t overfill or the filling may leak.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. When the oil shimmers, sear the stuffed chicken 3–4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
  2. Transfer the seared breasts to a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part (not the filling) reads 165°F (74°C).
  3. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve slices of stuffed chicken over a bed of fluffy rice or alongside roasted vegetables. A crisp green salad with a lemony vinaigrette pairs well. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking. Store for up to 3–4 days.

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